Lens covers 6 four-year colleges in Idaho, 3 public and 3 private. They range from Northwest Nazarene University (1,024 undergraduates) to Brigham Young University–Idaho (44,397). Acceptance rates run from 49% to 96%, and 5 of the 6 admit at least half of applicants.
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The 6 four-year colleges in Idaho
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| College | Location | Undergraduates | Acceptance rate | Tuition & fees (before aid) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise State University | Boise | 17,674 | 87% | $9,048 in-state · $27,788 out-of-state |
| Brigham Young University–Idaho | Rexburg | 44,397 | 96% | $4,800 |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Lewiston | 2,385 | 88% | $7,610 in-state · $22,028 out-of-state |
| Northwest Nazarene University | Nampa | 1,024 | 65% | $40,794 |
| The College of Idaho | Caldwell | 1,041 | 49% | $37,845 |
| University of Idaho | Moscow | 7,747 | 76% | $9,084 in-state · $28,320 out-of-state |
Sources: IPEDS (fall 2024 enrollment and admissions); College Scorecard (published tuition and fees before aid, about 2023–24). You may pay less if receiving grants or scholarships.
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FAQ
Which four-year colleges in Idaho admit at least half of applicants? 5 of the 6: Boise State University, Brigham Young University–Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College, Northwest Nazarene University, University of Idaho (fall 2024).
What are the largest and smallest four-year colleges in Idaho? Brigham Young University–Idaho is the largest, with 44,397 undergraduates, and Northwest Nazarene University is the smallest, with 1,024 (fall 2024).
How many four-year colleges in Idaho are public? 3 of the 6 are public and 3 are private.
Where these numbers come from
Lens covers the 850 four-year public and private nonprofit colleges that receive the most applications, so some smaller colleges are not listed. Enrollment, acceptance rates and degrees come from IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education, fall 2024); published prices from the College Scorecard. Each college's page lists its own sources. See the data behind Lens.