Boise State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Boise State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Boise State University is a large public university located on an urban campus in Boise, Idaho. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 23,543, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 84%. The university offers 90 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 61%, and a student-faculty ratio of 19:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $5,941, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $24,135.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1030-1210
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
27k
Students enrolled
52%
Online student enrollment
19:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
45%
Unknown
1%
Black
1%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
18% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
70
Total Online Enrollment
13,917
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.52% online, 48% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates34% online
Associate33% online
Bachelor's12% online
Graduate Certificate46% online
Master's23% online
Doctorate14% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,941 | $24,135 |
| Graduate | $7,645 | $25,764 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,226 |
| On-campus room and board | $14,224 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,405 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,080 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,405 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,405 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $24,796 | $42,990 |
| Off-campus without family | $23,652 | $41,846 |
| Off-campus with family | $10,572 | $28,766 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
23%
State Grant Aid
16%
Institution Grant Aid
68%
Pell Grant
18%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Beach Volleyball
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Psychology. | |||
| 20 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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