College of Education
Undergraduate Programs
Become a Bengal
At the Idaho State University College of Education we strive to meet students where they are at as they pursue their educational goals. We offer a wide array of in-demand, flexible, affordable, in-person and online undergraduate programs that accommodate all types of learners including first-generation college students, working professionals, and career changers.
Educate to Inspire | Educate to Elevate | Educate to Empower
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College of Education Students
Full-Time
59%
Campus Locations
Rated #1 among Idaho colleges and Universities by Brookings Institution for graduate earnings
Twin Falls
In-State 88%
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Part-Time 41% The College of Education is a Global Community with students attending from 10 + Countries
Pocatello Main Campus
$150,000 in College of Education Student scholarships
$60,000 average bachelor degree earnings
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AverageAge Undergraduate Student
13:1 Student to Teacher Ratio
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Bachelor’s Degrees
Blended Early Childhood Education | B.A.*
Elementary Education | B.A. or B.S.*
Family and Consumer Sciences | B.S.*
Music Education | B.M.E.
Outdoor Education | B.S.
Secondary Education | B.A. or B.S.
Special Education | B.A. or B.S.*
Sport and Exercise Science | B.S.
Sport Management | B.A.
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Workplace Training and Leadership | B.S.*
Programs
Minors
Coaching
Consumer Economics*
Deaf Education
Family and Consumer Sciences*
Outdoor Education
Sport Management
Workplace Training and Leadership*
Certificates
Career and Technical Education*
Organizational Leadership*
Training and Development*
Workplace Training and Leadership*
*Offered online
MCKALEE BRUEGEMAN, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
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Featured Programs
Ready to find your ROAR, but not sure where to start? Our College of Education advisors will help you learn more!
Jamie Webster
kentcenter@isu.edu
Elementary Education
Whitney Fenwick kentcenter@isu.edu
Make an impact by influencing the youngest of learners as they begin their educational journey. The elementary education program will prepare you to have a rewarding career teaching kindergarten through 8th-grade students.
#1 Most Rewarding Profession is Teaching! According to indeed.com
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Secondary Education
As a secondary educator you will help your students develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to become tomorrow’s innovators. Be prepared to learn from talented faculty who care deeply about education and get hands-on experience to prepare you for a career as a middle or high school teacher.
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Special Education
Become a passionate human development advocate who celebrates differences and prioritizes inclusion. The special education program will prepare you for an influential career teaching K-12 children with special needs.
teaching
endorsement offerings across all academic subjects.
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“All of our special educators are placed before or within days of finishing their degree.”
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Outdoor Education
Turn your passion for the outdoors into a career by playing in Idaho’s backcountry! Join one of the nation’s only outdoor education degree programs that prepare graduates for a career in education and stewardship of the outdoors.
Whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and avalanche safety built into your degree!
Sport and Exercise Science
Help others improve their health, fitness, performance, and wellbeing. In the sport and exercise science program, you will learn the science of movement by gaining real-world skills in the ISU Human Performance Lab and Biomechanics Lab.
“A lot of students will go on to careers including serving as athletic trainers, physical therapists, physician assistants, and even physicians.”
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Shad Robinson, Clinical Instructor
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Sport Management
As a sport manager you will have the opportunity to work with athletes and sport organizations as you manage the business aspects of sport and lead athletes to success.
Workplace Training and Leadership
The 100% online workplace training and leadership program prepares aspiring leaders, professionals, and career/technical educators for roles in leadership, development, and performance improvement in a variety of organizations.
Transfer credits accepted to help you finish your bachelor’s degree faster!
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“There are many opportunities and more being created everyday because sports are so important to us.”
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Dr. Elaine Foster Assistant Professor
Invest in your Future
BOSS
ISU scholarships are available in the Bengal Online Scholarship System (BOSS). In order to apply for scholarships on BOSS, you must be fully admitted to ISU and enrolled as an active degree-seeking student.
FAFSA Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out if you qualify. Your FAFSA may also help you qualify for scholarships awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need.
2023-2024 Undergraduate Cost of Attendance
* Western Undergraduate Exchange
** Non-Resident Tuition Waiver
1 Double occupancy room in traditional residence hall
2 110 meals & $650 in Flex Money per semester
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Academic year includes Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 semesters. Tuition and fees are subject to change by action of the State Board of Education.
Expense Idaho Resident NonResident WUE* NRTW** Tuition Room1 Meal Plan2 Books & Supplies $8,356 $3,160 $3,800 $1,000 $27,466 $3,160 $3,800 $1,000 $11,352 $3,160 $3,800 $1,000 $8,356 $3,160 $3,800 $1,000 Total
Cost $16,316 $35,426 $19,312 $16,316
Estimated
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Save Big!
*Incoming Freshmen Scholarship Award Index
*A New Incoming (first-time) Resident Freshman is a student who is an Idaho resident and has never attended college after high school.
Your completed application for admission to the University serves as your “scholarship application” for these scholarships.
GPA’s are unweighted. Scholarships are renewable for up to 4 years.
SALOME OWUSU, ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
This awarding index is subject to change.
Tier Unweighted GPA Amount Presidential Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Tier 5 4.0 GPA or 3.0 GPA and minimum 32 ACT or 1420 SAT 3.90 - 3.99 GPA 3.75 - 3.899 GPA 3.40 - 3.749 GPA 3.00 - 3.399 GPA $7,500 $7,000 $5,000 $3,000 $1,000
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OPPORTUNITIES Get Active
Experience life as a Bengal and take advantage of all that Idaho State University has to offer. With campus activities, beloved traditions, and outdoor adventures, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved!
Research
Carnegie classified ranking with undergraduate research opportunities
On-campus fitness and gym areas, outdoor center, courts, and recreation classes
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ENDLESS
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150+
Student led clubs/ organizations
ATHLETIC TEAMS AND SPORTS
Housing
Residence Halls, suites, and campus apartments
RESOURCES
Career center, Public Safety, Counseling, Health Center, and more
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We would love to see you on campus for a personalized tour!
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Become a Bengal Apply at isu.edu/apply Submit official transcripts and pay $50 application fee (waived for graduates of Idaho high schools) Meet with an advisor at kentcenter@isu.edu 15 1 | 2 | 3 |
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