Founded in
1889
THROUGH Discover what’s next. At the University of Idaho, you’ll push limits in pursuit of what’s next — for your future and the world. As a student at Idaho’s premier research university, you’ll be challenged to do, see and experience things as you never have before. That means, at U of I, you’ll learn from world-renowned experts in out-of-the-box areas, like video game design, metal sculpting and glacial melting. You’ll explore big questions, grow your passions in unexpected ways and forge new paths to your dream career. Your U of I adventure will lead to friendships that span the globe and a top-quality U.S. education that sets you up for success.
15:1
student-to-faculty ratio
2/3
of U of I undergraduates participate in hands-on research
More than
800 73 COUNTRIES international students from
One of
AMERICA’S TOP 100
public colleges based on student success, innovative research and public service — U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
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Undergraduate Majors
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
EXCEL
Go further.
At U of I, you’ll learn from professors who have world-renowned expertise. They are passionate about what they do — and through their teaching and mentoring — you’ll discover how to turn your passion into a career, too. Here, you’ll go beyond the classroom to solve tough problems and do work that matters. You could engineer technologies that combat climate change; launch a game-changing innovation in the marketplace; study volcanic activity in Yellowstone National Park; push the boundaries of artistry on stage or in a studio; and so much more. Find your way to a career you’ll love. Match your passions and interests to a degree with Degree Finder: uidaho.edu/passions-and-interests.
TOP 10%
of America’s universities - THE PRINCETON REVIEW
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undergraduate degrees
Accounting* Advertising* Agricultural Economics Agricultural Education Agricultural Science, Communication and Leadership* Agricultural Systems Management* Animal and Veterinary Science Anthropology* Apparel, Textiles and Design Architecture* Art* Biochemistry* Biological Engineering Biology* Biotechnology and Plant Genomics* Broadcasting and Digital Media* Business Economics Career and Technical Education Chemical Engineering Chemistry* Child, Family, and Consumer Studies Civil Engineering Communication* Computer Engineering Computer Science* Criminology Crop Management* Crop Science* Dance* Early Childhood Development and Education Ecology and Conservation Biology Economics* Electrical Engineering Elementary Education English* Entomology* Environmental Science Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences Film and Television Studies Finance Fire Ecology and Management* Fishery Resources* Food and Nutrition Food Science* Forestry* French* General Studies
Geography Geological Sciences History* Horticulture and Urban Agriculture Industrial Technology Management Information Systems Interdisciplinary Studies* Interior Architecture and Design* International Studies* Journalism* Landscape Architecture* Latin-American Studies Management and Human Resources Marketing* Materials Science and Engineering* Mathematics* Mechanical Engineering* Medical Sciences Microbiology* Modern Language Business Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Music* Music Education* Music: Business Music: Composition Music: Performance Natural Resource Conservation* Operations Management Organizational Sciences Philosophy* Physics* Political Science* Psychology* Public Relations* Rangeland Conservation* Recreation, Sport and Tourism Management Renewable Materials* Secondary Education Sociology* Spanish* Statistics* Studio Art and Design Sustainable Food Systems Theatre Arts Virtual Technology and Design Water Science and Management Wildlife Resources* * Also available as a minor.
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Graduate Degrees
BOUNDLESS POSSIBILITIES
EXCEL Go beyond.
Ranked one of America’s
BEST VALUE
Colleges — FORBES
Moscow is ranked the
BEST U.S. CITY TO RAISE A FAMILY
Accountancy (M.Acct.) Adult Organizational Learning and Leadership (M.S., Ed.S.) Agricultural Education (M.S.) Animal Physiology (Ph.D.) Animal Science (M.S.) Anthropology (M.A.) Applied Economics (M.S.) Architecture (M.Arch.) Art (M.F.A.) Athletic Training (M.S.A.T. , D.A.T.) Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (M.S., Ph.D.) Biological Engineering (M.Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Biology (M.S., Ph.D.) Bioregional Planning and Community Design (M.S.) Chemical Engineering (M.Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Chemistry (M.S., Ph.D.) Civil Engineering (M.Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Computer Engineering (M.Engr., M.S.) Computer Science (M.S., Ph.D.) Creative Writing (M.F.A.) Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed., Ed.S.) Education (Ed.D., Ph.D.) Educational Leadership (M.Ed., Ed.S.Ed.Ldrshp., Ph.D.) Electrical Engineering (M.Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Engineering Management (M.Engr.) English (M.A.) Entomology (M.S., Ph.D.) Environmental Science (M.S., Ph.D.) Executive Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Experimental Psychology (Ph.D.) Family and Consumer Science (M.S.) Food Science (M.S., Ph.D.) Geography (M.S., Ph.D.) Geological Engineering (M.S.) Geology (M.S., Ph.D.) History (M.A., Ph.D.) Integrated Architecture and Design (M.S.) Interdisciplinary Studies (M.A., M.S.)
Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) Material Science and Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Mathematics (M.A.T., M.S., Ph.D.) Mechanical Engineering (M.Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Metallurgical Engineering (M.S.) Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (Ph.D.) Movement and Leisure Science (M.S.) Music (M.A., M.Mus.) Natural Resources - Environmental Education and Science Communication (@MOSS) (M.N.R.) Natural Resources - Fire Ecology and Management (M.N.R.) Natural Resources Integrated Natural Resources (M.N.R.) Natural Resources (M.S., Ph.D.) Natural Resources and Environmental Science (P.S.M.) Neuroscience (M.S., Ph.D.) Nuclear Engineering (M.Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Philosophy (M.A.) Physical Education (M.Ed.) Physics (M.S., Ph.D.) Plant Pathology (M.S.) Plant Science (M.S., Ph.D.) Political Science (M.A., Ph.D.) Psychology (M.S.) Public Administration (M.P.A.) Rehabilitation Counseling and H suman Services (M.Ed., M.S.) Soil and Land Resources (M.S., Ph.D.) Special Education (M.Ed.) Statistical Science (M.S.) Technology Management (M.S.) Theatre Arts (M.F.A.) Water Resources (M.S., Ph.D.)
— MARKETWATCH
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Moscow is among the
SAFEST CITIES
in Idaho
— SAFEWISE
Student Clubs
LIFE CAMPUS LIFE
African Student Association Bangladesh Association of Students and Scholars Brazilian Student Association Chinese Student and Scholars Friendship Association Indian Students Association
International Affairs Club Iranian Students Club Japanese Student Association Nepali Students Association Sabor De La Raza Saudi Student Association South Korean Student Association
Beautiful College Town Tucked between the sculpted hills of the Palouse — a famous region so beautiful it has been featured in National Geographic — Moscow is a gateway to incredible four-season adventure and outdoor thrills on the area’s scenic trails, mountains, rivers and lakes. Plus, just a short walk or bike ride from campus puts you in Moscow’s historic downtown — with local restaurants, unique shops and live entertainment.
Experience college the way it should be. At U of I, you’ll get the classic U.S. college experience. And living on our beautiful residential campus puts you at the center of the action, with all kinds of student clubs and activities, cultural and athletic events, music and theater performances, an award-winning Student Recreation Center, the annual Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, and so much more. Discover more about student life at U of I: uidaho.edu/liveboldly.
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ADMISSIONS ADMISSIONS Undergraduate Academic Requirements First year students must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale from secondary school. Students must meet criteria for admission to university-level study in their home country.
International Student Language Requirements Meeting any one of the following scores is acceptable as proof of English competency for students whom English is not their primary language:
TOEFL 70 IELTS 6.0 Pearson (PTE) Academic 48 Successful completion of U of I ALCP
Students who do not meet our language requirements may be offered Conditional Admission and must enroll in our American Language and Culture Program (ALCP). Ask for more details regarding other accepted tests.
Accepted Credit
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International Baccalaureate Credit General Certificate of Education (A-Levels) Global Assessment Certificate AP and CLEP Credit
Transfer
Academic Requirements Applicants who have completed at least 14 transferable semester credits must present a minimum GPA of 2.0 for all post-secondary work. Those entering College of Engineering must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.8. Other departments may have additional requirements. Students who have completed fewer than 14 transferable semester credits (post-secondary) must meet the first-year student requirements in addition to the transfer student requirements.
Graduate
Academic Requirements A 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale is required for consideration. All graduate-level applicants must possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree. Some academic programs have additional requirements.
International Student Language Requirements Students must complete one of the following. All tests must have been taken within two years of the semester you are applying. Some programs have additional language requirements. TOEFL 79 IELTS 6.5 Successful completion of U of I ALCP
Priority Application Deadlines Fall Semester: February 1 Spring Semester: September 1
APPLY TODAY.
uidaho.edu/applyforadmission
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American Language and Culture Program Our American Language and Cultural Program (ALCP) can help you get the most out of your U of I experience. ALCP removes language and cultural barriers by helping nonnative English speakers develop the linguistic, academic, social and cultural skills needed to thrive at U of I. With customized courses including English for STEM majors, ALCP is designed to fit your individualized needs and, upon success completion, ALCP fulfills the TOEFL admission requirement. For more on ALCP cost, application and admissions, visit: uidaho.edu/languageandculture.
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Global Student Success Program The Global Student Success Program (GSSP) is a credit bearing pathway designed to ease the transition to the University of Idaho and the U.S. educational system by preparing you for academic success through intensive tutoring, coaching, small class sizes and proactive student support staff. Students who successfully complete the GSSP pathway continue their undergraduate or graduate degree studies at U of I after the first year. For more on the GSSP application process, admissions standards and estimated expenses, visit: bit.ly/ui-globalsuccess.
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$95,200
median mid-career salary for U of I graduates — PAYSCALE COLLEGE SALARY REPORT
Ranked among
AMERICA’S BEST COLLEGES
for your money — MONEY MAGAZINE
Cost of Attendance*
Discover Idaho!
Undergraduate Tuition Non-Resident Full-Time Student Fees/Tuition
International Tuition Waiver for Undergraduates All eligible, NEW, incoming UNDERGRADUATE international students are guaranteed to receive this tuition waiver. This waiver is renewable for up to four years if a 2.5 cumulative University of Idaho GPA is maintained.
$27,840
Housing and Meals
$9,080
Books and Supplies (estimated)
$1,130
Personal Expenses
$1,418
Required Insurance
$1,888
New Freshman International Students
Direct Costs
3.9 - 4.0 GPA
$8,000
3.75 - 3.89 GPA
$6,000
3.4 - 3.74 GPA
VALUE VALUE
When you study at U of I, you benefit from the affordability of a major university, while gaining the top-quality education of a premier U.S. research institution. You’ll gain an excellent return on your investment and a highly valued degree that promises you a bright future in the global market.
3.0 - 3.39 GPA
$5,000 $2,000
$29,412
Books and Supplies (estimated)
$1,130 $4,000
$2,500
Personal Expenses
$3,094
Required Insurance
$1,888
Direct Costs
$46,370 NO APPLICATION FEE for undergraduate applications.
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Non-Resident Full-Time Student Fees/Tuition
$10,846
International Students
3.60 - 3.79 GPA
Graduate Tuition
Housing and Meals
New Transfer 3.8 - 4.0 GPA
$41,356
uidaho.edu/international-application
Graduate Support
All graduate-level funding in the form of assistantships/scholarships are at the departmental level. Some departments offer Teaching Assistantships (TA) or Research Assistantships (RA). costs may change annually. The above * Attendance numbers are for the 2019-20 academic year and are provided as a baseline for planning purposes.
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