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With over greatandhaveyourmindsworld’ssomenewYou’llyourexplorefrom,majorsundergraduate100tochooseyou’llandgrowpassions.carveapath,andofthebestwillguideway.You’llbigideasachievethings. MAJORS Geography*GeneralFrench*Forestry*ForestForestTechnology**ForestFoodFoodFisheriesFireFinanceFilmFamilyExercise,EnvironmentalEnvironmentalEnvironmentalEntomology*English*ElementaryElectricalEconomics*EcologyEarlyDance*CybersecurityCropCriminologyConservationComputerComputerCommunication*CivilChildChemistry*ChemicalCareerBusinessBroadcastingBiotechnologyBiology*BiologicalBiochemistry*Art*Architecture*AppliedApparel,Anthropology*AnimalAgriculturalandAgriculturalAgriculturalAgriculturalAdvertising*Accounting*EconomicsEducationScience,CommunicationLeadership*SystemsManagement*andVeterinaryScienceTextilesandDesign*Music*EngineeringandPlantGenomics*andDigitalMedia*EconomicsandTechnicalEducationEngineeringDevelopmentEngineeringEngineeringScience*BiologyScience*ChildhoodEducationandtheEcosystemScienceEngineeringEducationDesignScienceSoilScienceSport,andHealthSciencesandConsumerSciencesandTelevision*EcologyandManagement*Science*andNutritionScience*NurseryManagementandOperationsandTechnology**andSustainableProducts*Studies Geological Sciences Global Disease Ecology HorticultureHistory* and Urban Agriculture Human Development and Family IndustrialStudies WildlifeWildlandWaterVirtualTheatreSustainableStudioStatistics*Spanish*Sociology*SecondaryManagementRecreation,Management*RangelandPublicPsychology*PoliticalPhysics*Philosophy*OrganizationalManagementOperationsNutritionalMusic:Music:Music:MusicModernMicrobiology*MedicalMechanicalMathematics*Marketing*ManagementLatin-AmericanJournalism*InternationalInteriorInterdisciplinaryTechnologyStudies*ArchitectureandDesign*Studies*StudiesandHumanResourcesEngineering*SciencesLanguageBusinessEducation*BusinessCompositionPerformanceSciencesandSupplyChainSciencesScience*Relations*EcologyandSportandTourismEducationArtandDesignFoodSystems*ArtsTechnologyandDesignScienceandManagement*FuelandFireTechnology**Sciences* SPECIAL PROGRAMS AIST: American Indian Studies CAMP:ProgramCollege Assistance Migrant DiversityProgram Scholars Program PGA: Professional Golfers’ Association Golf Management ROTC:ProgramArmy, Air Force, Navy and Marines UHP: University Honors Program WWAMI: Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho Medical Education RegionalWIMU:ProgramWashington-Idaho-Montana-UtahPrograminVeterinaryMedicine PRE-MEDICAL PRE-PROFESSIONALAND Pre-applied psychology Pre-athletic Pre-doctorPre-dieteticsPre-dentalPre-chiropractictrainingofallopathic medicine (MD) Pre-doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) Pre-medicalPre-law lab scientist Pre-occupationalPre-nursing therapy StudentsPre-publicPre-podiatricPre-physicianPre-physicalPre-pharmacyPre-optometrytherapyassistantmedicine(DPM)healthmaypursuepre-medicaland preprofessional studies through a variety of majors. Make sure to take advantage of our outstanding pre-health and pre-law advising. * Also available as a minor. Online degreeundergraduateoffered. ** Associates. Find inspiration at uidaho.edu/degrees NO. 1 VALUEBEST Public University in the West — U.S. News & World Report 5
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With student performances, worldclass jazz artists, workshops, clinics and special exhibits, the LIONEL HAMPTON JAZZ FESTIVAL honors the music, dance and history of jazz music.
Marissa Hilliard ’22 is part of an national interdisciplinary team creating a new sustainable construction material by 3D printing wood waste like sawdust.
Engineering students are using complex robotics to develop exoskeletal devices to build better therapies and help stroke survivors regain mobility.
Vandal innovation is headed to the International Space Station! A team of U of I students is working with NASA to develop a bacteria-resistant coating that can be used to prevent the spread of germs among astronauts in space.
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To be involved in a project like this – to help create a sustainable material that could be used to produce affordable housing – is an amazing learning opportunity.
A project to launch a robotic rotorcraft lander to Saturn’s moon Titan, envisioned by a University of Idaho researcher, has been selected by NASA for launch. Named for its insect shape, DRAGONFLY is set to launch in 2025 and arrive at Titan in December 2034.
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Two teams of apparel, textiles and design students created original swimwear designs for Nike Swim. Their project culminated with a trip to Portland, Oregon, to present final prototypes to Nike Swim employees including the president of the company.
In the College of Art and Architecture’s DESIGNBUILD PROGRAM, you’ll be involved in a construction project from conception to construction. Previous projects include designing and building the Moose Creek Warming Hut north of Sandpoint and the Hat Ranch Winery in Caldwell.
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I want to be the face that tribal members or other minority students see teaching them.
In the PROGRAMEFFECTIVEKNOWLEDGEINDIGENOUSFOREDUCATION(IKEEP), you’ll be prepared and be certified as a culturally responsive Indigenous teacher to meet the unique needs of Native American students in K-12 schools.
In the College of Business and Economics’ Barker Trading Program, you’ll learn about risk and money management by trading as part of an investment team.
Victor Zhong ‘23, a double major in biochemistry and molecular biology and biotechnology, won a prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship for his research isolating the virus-like element related to pathogens that cause Chagas disease and sleeping sickness.
Spend your first semester outdoors. In NR 101: EXPLORING NATURAL RESOURCES, you’ll participate in field trips nearly every week as you explore local landscapes, work in interdisciplinary teams and gain experience in each of the natural resource disciplines offered at the University of Idaho.
Our Taylor Wilderness Research Station is located in the middle of the largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in a one-of-a-kind SEMESTER IN THE WILD program in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness area.
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GAIN HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE working with animals at the U of I beef, sheep and dairy centers — all within minutes of U of I’s Moscow campus.
Every year, two University of Idaho students provide news coverage from Boise of the IDAHO LEGISLATIVE SESSION. In 2022, Abigail Grant, an international studies and journalism double major, and Jessica Megis, broadcasting and digital media, will have their names in bylines across the state.
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Join the Vandal Ventures orientation program to kick off your first-year experience with backcountry hiking or a multi-day raft trip. You’ll make new friends while exploring Idaho.
THIS IS IDAHO. Majestic mountain lakes. Thrilling whitewater rapids. Meandering forest paths. This is Idaho. Around here, the possibilities for fun, adventure and inspiration are endless. And tucked among the rolling green hills of the Palouse is Moscow – your gateway to it all. One of the 35 SCHOOLSOUTDOORBEST in America — Best College Reviews The University of Idaho is located on the Palouse, ONE OF THE 50 BEAUTIFULMOST PLACES in America — Condé Nast Traveler 11
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WE ♥ MOSCOW. Here at the University of Idaho, we love Moscow. With a downtown that is just a quick walk or pedal away from campus, you’ll study at a coffee shop, join friends at local restaurants, browse funky boutiques and thrift stores, or catch a flick at the Kenworthy Theatre. BEST PLACE TO LIVE in Idaho — MSN One of the BEST TOWNSCOLLEGE in America — WalletHub 37-50 58-67 74-85 61-36 25-31 36-45 49-43 36-24HIGHLOW Average Temperature (in °F) The Moscow Farmers Market is ranked one of the TOP 10 FARMERS MARKETS in America — American Farmland Trust 13
HERE.YOURSELFVIEW Take a virtual tour of campus. Take a tour here: uidaho.edu/view-it-now MOST COLLEGEBEAUTIFULCAMPUS in Idaho — MSN 14
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Can’t get away from the fun or books? Order food and snacks from a DELIVERY ROBOT! It’ll play your favorite tune as it delivers to your study spot, residence hall or campus location.
Choose one of various SPECIALIZED RESIDENCE HALL ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL COMMUNITIES including honors communities, gender inclusive living, Women in Idaho Science and Engineering, and more. Division16 I Womenteamsathletic VolleyballTrackTennis&SwimmingSoccerGolfCrossBasketballCountryDiving&Field Men ChooseTrackTennisGolfFootballCrossBasketballCountry&Fieldoneof many intramural sports including structured team, individual, dual and leisure events at a competitive or recreational level. 17
Get the full college experience you always envisioned. Living on U of I’s beautiful, safe campus, you’ll make lifelong connections in one of our four residence halls or in one of the 27 fraternity or sorority chapters with on-campus housing.
Study abroad at one of over 370 universities in 69 countriesattendingwhilethe U of I. Study availablescholarshipsabroadaretomakeyourdreamscometrue.
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With 38 Greek letter organizations, fraternity and sorority members make up more than 20 percent of the Moscow campus student population.
Explore over 200 student clubs and activities at Palousafest each fall. It’s a campus festival with rides, food and tons of ways to get involved on campus.
Climb to new heights on the RecreationStudentCenter climbing wall.
The Sound of Idaho, University of Idaho’s marching band, has over 250 members and over 100 years of tradition.
Did you know the University of Idaho is older than the state of Idaho? It’s true! Enjoy historic, annual traditions like the Homecoming Serpentine — an informal parade led by our marching band that snakes through campus to the bonfire rally.
Vandal Esports is the University of Idaho’s collegiate esports organization for casual and competitive gamers.
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“So You Want to Talk About Race” by Ijeoma Oluo is U of I’s Common Read for 2022-23. You’ll get to engage in the Common Read your first year – and you’ll be invited to attend a keynote address by Oluo. Oluo’s talk will serve as the signature event for a year-long series of celebrations marking the Women’s Center’s 50th anniversary.
Catch a concert or game in the brand new ICCU arena. Built from Idaho wood, it has a unique (and beautiful) timber frame that takes inspiration from the hills of the Palouse.
IN-STATEFORSCHOLARSHIPSYOU.IDAHO As a first-year or transfer student from Idaho with a strong GPA, you may qualify for our Go Idaho! program, meaning you’ll receive a guaranteed amount of funding through a combination of U of I scholarships. All U of I scholarship programs are renewable for four years if a minimum GPA of 2.5 is maintained. uidaho.edu/go-scholarships TRANSFER STUDENTS TRANSFER IDAHO! VANDAL SUMMIT | $3,000 VANDAL EXCELLENCE | $2,000 VANDAL MERIT | $1,0003.60-3.793.8-4.0GPAGPA3.0-3.59GPA FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS GO IDAHO! VANDAL PRIDE | $6,500 VANDAL SUMMIT | $4,500 VANDAL EXCELLENCE | $3,000 VANDAL MERIT | $1,0003.75-3.8993.9-4.0GPAGPA3.4-3.749GPA3.0-3.39GPA NATIONALMERIT The Idaho National Merit Scholar program guarantees a full-ride scholarship that university-definedcoverseducationalcosts. 20
2022-23 ANNUAL UNDERGRADUATE COST TO ATTEND* IDAHO RESIDENTS Full-time Student Fees/Tuition $8,396 Housing & Meals $9,898 Books and Supplies (Estimated) $1,232 Direct Costs $19,526 WUE AND INVITATION TO IDAHO** Full-time Student Fees/Tuition $11,486 Housing & Meals $9,898 Books and Supplies (Estimated) $1,232 Direct Costs $22,616 NON-IDAHO RESIDENTS Full-time Student Fees/Tuition $27,632 Housing & Meals $9,898 Books and Supplies (Estimated) $1,232 Direct Costs $38,762 Additional $1,000 scholarship available for eligible WUE students **Savings of more than $16,000 per year * Attendance costs may change annually. The above numbers are for the 2022-23 academic year and are provided as a baseline for planning purposes. WUE We’ve got WUE! Qualifying Western Undergraduate Exchange students pay 150% of in state tuition – a savings of over $16,000 per year. No additional application required, renewable for four years with qualifying GPA.
STATE INTERNATIONALOR For incoming students not from Idaho or WUE, you may qualify for the Invitation to Idaho program. This program will save you over $16,000 per year. No additional application required, renewable for four years with qualifying GPA, available to all majors and awarded automatically to students with high school GPA of at least 3.0. InvitationGoWUEIdaho! to Idaho 21
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TOUR Visit us Monday-Friday or on select Saturday mornings to experience a day on campus, visit popular student spots, tour housing options and check out your college of interest. ENVISION Explore campus, learn about student life and discover signature research and learning programs at U of I. MEET THE VANDALS — OR — AVANZA Can’t make it to campus? We’ll come to you. Find an event near you.
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BOUND Once admitted, keep an eye out for details about this event. UIdaho Bound is your chance to finalize housing, meet your academic advisor and get acquainted with campus. COLLEGE PROGRAMORVISITS Learn about the University of Idaho through the lens of an academic college or university program. Join one of these college or program events to get a deep dive into one of your passions. GETTING HERE. By car Approximate driving times to Moscow from major cities in the Northwest: 1. SCHEDULE YOUR CAMPUS VISIT. NEED TO FIND A RECRUITER OR CONNECT WITH A COUNSELOR? Find your admissions counselor at: uidaho.edu/find-help • Spokane: 1.5 hours • Coeur d’Alene: 1.5 hours • Seattle: 5 hours • Portland: 6 hours • Boise: 6 hours • Idaho Falls: 10 hours By bus Travel to Moscow via Wheatland Express or Greyhound bus lines. Many area airports offer shuttles to Moscow. By air Area airports include: • Pullman-Moscow Regional • Lewiston Nez Perce County Regional • Spokane International ASCHEDULEVISIT. 22
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If you’re a transfer student with more than 14 transferable semester credits, your admissions eligibility is contingent on a 2.0 GPA from all college-level study attempted at accredited colleges. Some courses excluded. Other academic departments may have additional requirements.
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Worried about your grades? Here’s the program for you: Gateway is a unique, individualized program that provides comprehensive and holistic student support empowering you to succeed. uidaho.edu/vandal-gateway
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New discoveries and adventures await you at U of I. If you are a new first-year student entering U of I in 2023 and you are unable to sit for an ACT or SAT exam due to COVID-19, you’ll be automatically considered for admission if your cumulative unweighted GPA is 2.60-4.00. If your cumulative unweighted GPA is below 2.60 (and you’re unable to sit for an exam), you are welcome to apply through our Admissions Committee. Please note, if you have a test score, you are encouraged to provide it for admission and class placement.
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