Globally competitive research. Endless learning opportunities. Supportive environment.
What We Value. What We Do. What We Value Exploration. Of yourself. Of the world. That takes courage. The courage to be brave and bold.
“I’m ‘over the moon’ with excitement about the adventure. Or ‘over Mars’ is probably more applicable.” - Sophie Milam, UI alumna participating in a project funded by the NASA Human Research Program that simulates a longduration Mars mission here on Earth.
The University of Idaho is a place that expects more from itself, more from its students, more from knowledge and more from life. Students come here to succeed and learn to lead.
What We Do We are committed to helping you develop solutions for today’s complex society. You will be taught by excellent educators, skilled researchers and experienced professors who have worked in the field for private businesses and public entities. Together, these individuals are united in their goal of sharing their knowledge to prepare you—part of the next generation of professionals—to excel in your chosen career field.
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Award-Winning Faculty “I strive to conserve my beloved rangelands one acre and one student at a time,” - Karen Launchbaugh, 2014 U.S. Professor of the Year for the state of Idaho from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
UI Theatre Arts professor Matt Foss' adaptation of "The Jungle" received two prestigious Jeff Awards honoring excellence in Chicago theatre: New Adaptation and Original Music in a Play. Foss’ production of “The Jungle” debuted in 2014 at Oracle Productions and was called “the hottest ticket in town” by the Chicago Tribune. Internationally recognized in the field of power engineering, electrical engineering professor Brian K. Johnson, on the advantage of partnering with a local company — “We have more projects students can work on that have direct and immediate interest, and that can be applied.”
Greg Möller is a scientist and inventor. His passion for reaching students earned him one of only two USDA National Teacher of the Year Awards for 2014. His commitment to stay connected with his students led him to trademark his philosophical approach as “Education with a Pulse.”
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Involve Me and I Learn ~Benjamin Franklin More than 200 employers recruit UI students for jobs and internships through Career Fairs.
Opening Doors Through Internships Matt Cook was one of only 5,000 students selected out of 30,000 applicants worldwide to join the Disney College Program in August 2013. His four-month position as a lifeguard at Disney World Resort in Orlando led to an internship in the human resources department. Both opportunities gave Matt valuable behind-the-scenes exposure to Disney’s famous approach to guest services. “It was incredible to see how the company itself really works to make dreams come true.”
Matt Cook
Recent Graduate Major: Broadcasting and Digital Media Hometown: Eagle River, Alaska
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From Hometown to the Nation’s Capital Areli’s college experience has included opportunities that have taken her far beyond campus. Before attending college, Areli Arteaga had not ventured far from her rural hometown of Parma. She has spent the last two summers interning in Washington D.C.; first, for the U.S. Department of Education and, most recently, for the United Farm Workers of America. She expects her time in the nation’s capital to prove valuable in her future career as an immigration lawyer. Areli learned about the internships through her involvement in the UI College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), a program that provides financial and academic support for students with migrant or seasonal farm work backgrounds.
Areli Arteaga
Double Major: Political Science/Business, minor in Spanish Year in School: Senior Hometown: Parma, Idaho
As a leading research university, the University of Idaho offers countless engaged learning experiences for great career preparation. We are consistently recognized as a best American public university by The Princeton Review. Get to know us, and you’ll see why.
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Programs Among Top 50 in the Nation: n Best College Newspapers n Best Journalism Programs n Natural Resources and Conservation n Computer Science program
Elyce Gosselin
Year in School: Senior Majors: Ecology and conservation biology and applied mathematics, with a minor in Spanish Hometown: Boise, Idaho
Studying Impact
Make the World a Better Place University of Idaho students volunteer thousands of hours annually in communities across the world. They help build orphanages in Peru, revitalize rural towns, develop online learning tools for children in Taiwan and much more. These efforts repeatedly earn the University of Idaho a spot on the U.S. President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition for community service and engagement. You will make a difference in the global community and address worldwide challenges through hands-on learning, undergraduate research and meaningful service. No matter which of the 85 majors you choose, you can expand your global perspective through international field trips, alternative service breaks, and UI’s nationally-recognized study abroad.
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Elyce Gosselin came to the University of Idaho, and found not only the opportunities to do research, but also faculty members willing to mentor her and bring her into their projects. “They’re just so receptive to students,” Elyce said of the faculty at UI. “There are just endless opportunities to get involved.” Elyce is part of a research project that is now being prepared for submission to the Wildlife Society Bulletin, as well as another research collaboration that has recently been submitted to the Journal of Arid Environments. She spent part of her summer in Alaska with the United States Geological Survey studying the impact of climate change on birds and also attended the national Ecological Society of America meeting in Baltimore with the Doris Duke program. “It’s a cool feeling to be able to expand knowledge; to delve deeper and find answers to questions that haven’t been answered before, or haven’t been answered sufficiently.”
Eric Alvarez, Jr.
Year in School: Senior Major: Political Science and Spanish Hometown: Modesto, California
Aspiring to Lead Eric transferred from a California community college to UI after he “fell in love with the community feel of the campus and the town.” Only months after arriving on campus, Eric was elected to UI’s student senate. It’s a jump-start to what’s sure to become a successful political career. After earning his degree, Eric plans to become a political campaign professional before returning to school for a law degree. His strong interest in the issues, and his deep desire to help others, motivate him to get involved and make a difference through politics. “I want to provide a voice for those who don’t have one.”
Making it Matter Carly Manhart didn’t intend to go to college. In fact, without the efforts and attention of one mentor, Carly believes she would be working a minimum wage job not far from where she was raised. She grew up with a home life that she says wasn’t ideal, in a system which lacked resources. Getting a degree was not on her radar.
Carly Manhart
Recent Graduate, works at Teach for America Major: Secondary Education Hometown: Wallace, Idaho
Now, she is teaching in an underprivileged school in the Boise, Idaho, region in the fall. Carly was selected to participate in Teach for America, which is an organization that works in partnership with communities to expand educational opportunities for children facing the challenges of poverty. Teachers who are selected commit to teach for two years in a high-need public school. They spend five weeks at a rigorous, resident teacher-preparation program and receive year-round professional development. “The school I came from was low-income. I really resonate with that population and relate to inequity. I feel this is what I need to do. I need to go to where the kids need it most.”
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Explore Journey around the world in pursuit of knowledge.
“How else would I get into conversations with and bring home business cards of UI alums who have made it to the top? On my own, I couldn’t get insider tours of places… like Rothschild and Guggenheim in New York City.”
Creating Opportunities Faculty-led field trips, like this one which usually occur over two to three days, are often sponsored by student clubs or are available in specific programs. Trips usually include tours of significant sites, such as the New York Stock Exchange, and offer invaluable educational insights for a student’s career.
Ann Chadderdon
Year in School: Senior Major: Business Economics Hometown: Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
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Sydney Kalebaugh Year in School: Senior Major: Business Economics Hometown: The Dalles, Oregon
Developing Economy Sydney Kalebaugh pursued a semester of on-the-job training at the Development Bank of the Philippines in January 2014, during her junior year at University of Idaho. While Sydney said she hadn’t been overly familiar with Filipino culture at the start of her journey, she had come well prepared in terms of her educational background. “All of my macro, micro and international development economics courses really prepared me for being here and for applying the things I’d learned in class to real life situations.” “So many times you sit in class and wonder, ‘gosh, when am I ever going to use this?’ Well, as it turns out, I’ve ended up using pretty much all of it all of the time.“
Nate Suhr
Graduate Student, Civil Engineering Transfer student from North Idaho College Hometown: Hayden, Idaho
Upon arriving in Manila, Sydney said she “did a heavy study on the Philippine development plan, which involved learning detailed information about the country’s economic situations, with an emphasis on sustainable agriculture and fisheries to cater to her position in a bank’s agribusiness department.”
“I can’t focus on a billion people without water, but I can focus on 300 people without water. It gives me a manageable bite of a global problem.”
Engineering Clean Water Nate Suhr is past-president of UI’s student chapter of Engineers Without Borders, a nonprofit group that connects engineers with communities in need around the world. Nate spent several weeks working with the group in Bolivia, where he and a team of students helped a community improve its water sanitation. His experience inspired him to pursue a master’s in civil engineering. A National Science Foundation Fellowship will fund Nate’s graduate studies in exchange for his work as a physical sciences teacher at Jenifer Junior High School in Lewiston, Idaho. Nate is one of just 10 students nationwide to receive the fellowship.
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Money magazine ranks UI in the top three in the Northwest and in the top 11% out of 1,500 four-year universities in the nation — based on a combination of factors that include “educational quality, affordability and career outcomes.”
Academic Excellence
Real-world experience in creameries and other industries helps food science graduates achieve a 100% job placement rate.
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Match your academic interests and passions with an ideal program of study. Choose from a wide range of majors—85 undergraduate, 63 master’s and 31 doctoral, including the state’s premier law program and 2 specialist majors. Use our awardwinning degree and career finder interactive online tool to discover the best fit for you.
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Colleges Agricultural and Life Sciences Art and Architecture Business and Economics Education Engineering Law Letters, Arts and Social Sciences Natural Resources Science
Special Programs American Indian Studies Program (AIST) College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) ROTC: Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho (WWAMI) Medical Education Program Washington, Idaho Veterinary Medicine Program
Pre-medical and Health Professions Exercise Science Pre-dental Pre-medical lab scientist Pre-medicine Pre-occupational therapy Pre-optometry Pre-pharmacy Pre-physician assistant Pre-physical therapy Students may pursue pre-med and pre-health studies through a variety of majors. Make sure to take advantage of the outstanding pre-health advising we offer.
Majors
* also available as a minor 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* Biology* Broadcasting and Digital Media* Business Economics Career and Technical Education Chemistry* Child, Family and Consumer Studies Computer Science* Criminology (Sociology) Dance* Dietetics (Food and Nutrition) Early Childhood Development and Education Ecology and Conservation Biology Economics* Elementary Education Engineering Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Materials Science and Engineering* Mechanical Engineering* English* Environmental Science Exercise Science and Health Finance Fire Ecology and Management* Fishery Resources* Food and Nutrition Forensics (Chemistry) Food Science* Forest Resources*
French* Gaming, Simulation and Visualization General Studies Geography Geological Sciences History* Industrial Technology Information Systems Interior Design* International Studies* Journalism* Landscape Architecture* Latin American Studies Management and Human Resources Marketing* PGA Golf Management Option Mathematics* Microbiology* Modern Languages Business Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Music* Music: Business Music: Composition Music: Performance Music Education Natural Resource Conservation Operations Management Organizational Sciences Philosophy* Physical Education Physics* Political Science* Psychology* Public Relations* Rangeland Ecology and Management* Recreation Renewable Materials* Secondary Education Sociology* Spanish* Sustainable Crop and Landscape Systems Sustainable Food Systems Studio Art and Design Theatre Arts* Wildlife Resources*
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College Media Matters listed the elite journalism program, JAMM, among the 50 best journalism programs in the country, and The Princeton Review and journalismdegree.org lists UI’s Argonaut in the Top 50 best college newspapers in the U.S.
According to USA Today’s 2015 rankings for colleges, UI’s natural resources and conservation program ranks 1st in the nation in terms of value and 11th for program quality.
University of Idaho’s College of Education was ranked 14th among The 30 Best Online Master in Special Education Degree Programs in the U.S. by TheBestSchools.org.
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UI’s College of Law made the National Jurist’s 2015 list of Best Law Schools for practical training, putting the college in the top 37 nationwide.
BestComputerScienceDegrees.com ranks UI’s computer science program 5th in the Top 15 Affordable Computer Science Degree Programs list.
The Animation Career Review lists the College of Art and Architecture’s Gaming, Simulation and Visualization program in the 2015 Top 50 Public Animation Schools and Colleges in the U.S.
The National Academy of Engineering recognized UI’s capstone program alongside Harvey Mudd College and Michigan Technical University as one of the top seven in nation for infusing real world experiences in engineering education.
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Campus Life
USA Today ranks UI in the top 50 schools in the West as having the “Best Bang for Your Buck.”
When you live on the University of Idaho campus, you are at the center of the quintessential college experience. You meet new friends, build independence and grow as an individual. You can walk to your classes and enjoy easy access to nationally recognized recreation, Division I athletics, and world-renowned performances and guest speakers.
Get Involved The Department of Student Involvement connects you to new friends and opportunities for leadership in student government (ASUI), socializing and learning, and volunteerism and social action. Choose from more than 200 clubs; there is an option for every interest: from the Environmental Club and Photo Club, to Engineers Without Borders and Golden Key Honor Society, the Native American Student Association and the Organización de Estudiantes Latino Americanos.
Residence Hall Life Centrally located; socially themed. Whether you like a fun and active living environment or a quiet, studyconducive living space, choose from three residence halls with 25 themed halls. Options include centrally located Wallace Complex and Theophilus Tower, academically and socially themed Living Learning Communities, and many other choices.
Greek Life UI has a thriving Greek community with more than 35 strong chapters, including six multicultural Greek chapters. Our fraternities and sororities actively support local, national and international communities and philanthropies through many community service projects and activities.
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NCAA Division I Athletics Men’s
n Basketball n Cross Country n Football n Golf n Tennis n Track and Field
Women’s
n Basketball n Cross Country n Golf n Soccer n Swimming and Diving n Tennis n Track and Field n Volleyball
Sports Clubs
Participate in intercollegiate competition against other clubs in the region. n Baseball n Climbing n Cycling n Fast Pitch n Men’s Ice Hockey n Women’s Ice Hockey n Horse Polo n Men’s Lacrosse n Women’s Lacrosse n Rodeo n Men’s Rugby
n Women’s Rugby n Ski Club n Snowboard and n Freestyle Ski Club n Men’s Soccer n Women’s Soccer n Trap Club n Ultimate Frisbee n Men’s Volleyball n Women’s Volleyball n Water Polo
Intramural Sports Compete or play recreational team sports with other students from across campus. From soccer, basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, roller hockey, dodgeball and kickball, to individual and duel competitions such as tennis, shuffleboard, cribbage and racquetball, there is a sport for every level of competitor.
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Community Adventure! Skiing, snowboarding, fishing, camping, rafting, rock climbing, hiking, biking, golfing.
Best College Reviews named the University of Idaho number 16 on its list of the “25 Most Amazing Campus Student Recreation Centers.�
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Moscow Campus is centrally located in the heart of Moscow, Idaho - a friendly, laid-back college town known for its scenic surroundings, lively local arts and music scene, and rich appreciation for nature. Its historic downtown features several dining, shopping and entertainment options all within an easy walk from campus. There are also movie theaters, malls and numerous parks. Art galleries, specialty stores, coffee shops and restaurants line the streets.
Surrounding Area Men’s Journal named Moscow one of the nation’s five best places to live among college towns. It was also named a top “10 Best College Town” by Livability.com.
Just minutes away from the forests, rivers and lakes of northern Idaho, the University of Idaho is surrounded by the rolling Palouse hills, an area so beautiful it was featured in National Geographic magazine. In 2014, Outside Magazine online recommended UI as one of the 25 universities where students can hit the books and the back country. For a taste of the city—Spokane and Coeur d’Alene are just over an hour drive from Moscow.
World-renowned Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival.
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Support Services
Frank Wilhelm Outstanding Academic Advisor National Academic Advisor Association
We offer a wide array of programs that help you develop important skills that will support your long-term success in both life and your career. Financial Aid & Scholarships Each family has different financial circumstances when paying for college. Through scholarships, grants and other awards, we are committed to helping you afford a top-quality University of Idaho education. uidaho.edu/affordui.
Applying for Admissions For admission requirements and scholarship options:
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Academic Advising Each student is unique, and your educational path will be unlike anyone else’s. The office of Academic Advising can help you define your specific academic goals and keep you on track. You'll meet one-on-one with your advisor to review your progress, discuss any changes and create individualized short- and longterm plans. uidaho.edu/youradvising
Career Center The Career Center offers interview tips, salary negotiating strategies, help with résumé writing, job postings and more for current students and alumni. uidaho.edu/career-center
2015 - 16 Costs UNDERGRADUATE
IDAHO RESIDENTS
NON-DAHO RESIDENTS
Full-time Student Fees/Tuition
$7,020
$21,024
Room and Board
$8,328
$8,328
Books and Supplies (estimated)
$1,448
$1,448
Base Costs
$16,796
$30,800
Tom Meuller ‘85
Vice President, Space X
Alumni Success UI graduates performed near the top among Northwest and California universities in a national ranking of student success after graduation.
Sharon Allen ’73
Kristen Armstrong ’95
General James F. Amos ’70
Nancy Morris ’83
Dayo Onanubosi ’90, ’93
Mark Schlereth ‘89
Bobbie Thomas ’97
Kyle Legoll ‘11
Chairman, 2003-2011 Deloitte & Touche
Idaho Magistrate Judge
Olympic Gold Medalist (2008 and 2012)
NFL Analyst for ESPN
Commandant of U.S. Marine Corps
Style Editor for NBC’s Today Show
First woman Secretary of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (2005-2008)
Animal Trainer, Animal Connections Department, San Diego Zoo Global
Our strong sense of community continues after you graduate and through your lifetime as you join 100,000 alumni worldwide.
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