gradeB+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
gradeB
Value
gradeB
Diversity
gradeB+
Campus
gradeA
Athletics
gradeA
Party Scene
gradeA minus
Professors
gradeB+
Location
gradeA
Dorms
gradeB+
Campus Food
gradeA minus
Student Life
gradeA
Safety
gradeA minus
About
About Boise State...
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mountain West Conference
- Idaho
- Boise
From Boise State University
Boise State is famous for our blue football field, but that Blue Turf is more than just a place where we cheer on our Broncos. It’s a symbol of the innovative mindset that drives all we do.
We call it ‘Blue Turf Thinking.’ And it’s open to anyone and everyone who dares to think differently.
It’s about breaking norms, blazing new trails and imagining the possibilities of what could be. It’s having the opportunities of a big city without giving up the excitement of the great outdoors. It’s maximizing your potential and achieving more with the support of a tight-knit community. It’s taking risks that matter and solving real-world problems.
Located in the heart of Idaho’s rapidly growing capital city, Boise State is a public, metropolitan research university with over 200 areas of study led by accomplished faculty. Discover for yourself why we've been recognized nationally for cultivating a culture of innovation and blazing new trails.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
84%
SAT Range
No data available —
ACT Range
No data available —
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
No
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Cost
Net Price
$17,724/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$9,892/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
93%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
83%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.143 responses
60%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.196 responses
59%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.195 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
557 Graduates
Nursing
476 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Humanities
355 Graduates
Health Professions
201 Graduates
Communications
198 Graduates
162 Graduates
Respiratory Care Therapy
160 Graduates
Marketing
147 Graduates
Biology
137 Graduates
Accounting
126 Graduates
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Gaming, Interactive Media and Mobile Technology
The Gaming, Interactive Media, and Mobile Technology (GIMM) is a degree path ideal for students interested in technology development like designing cutting-edge apps and building virtual reality learning environments. You'll graduate knowing how to produce and manage innovative hardware and software in a field with high predicted job growth. Check out our Major Finder to explore 200+ majors!
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
16
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
13
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
3
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
41%
On Campus
44%
Online
15%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
13,433Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
9,489
Undergrads Over 25
16%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
147 responses
Average; from the people i have met
25%
Diverse
21%
Easy going having a good time
16%
Studious and determined, but fun.
11%
Passionate, school spirit
8%
Rich parents bought them cameros
4%
Friendly and eager to learn
3%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available —
Poll
49%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.235 responses
Poll
60%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.285 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
153 responses
Bronco nation
53%
Broncos
14%
Supporting
9%
Friendly
6%
Underrated
5%
Average
4%
Sport-Centered
3%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$37,100/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
60%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
89%
National
83%
77%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.81 responses
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Boise State University Reviews
Rating 3.7 out of 5 2,841 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
Being from out of state I was really nervous to attend a school a bit out of my comfort zone, but in a leap of faith I wouldn't change attending Boise State for anything. Boise State has amazing professors and classes starting right off the bat your freshman year to help set you up for success for the next 4 years! I would highly HIGHLY recommend that if you have the opportunity to take any of Jared Tally's classes TAKE THOSE CLASSES he is an amazing professors who is so passionate about teaching and help you along your personal journey as you make your own mark on the world.
- Sophom*ore
- 8 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I would like to see a better onboarding and orientation process for transfer students. It's important that students feel like they know who to talk to and what resources to use, especially having access to those resources and not just waitlisted. Overall, I have loved all my teacher and the campus is beautiful!
- Junior
- 12 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I have loved Boise State University! I am a commuter student due to outside impacts, which means I was worried I wouldn't feel as connected to the campus as others that live in the dorms do. But with the culture at Boise State of involvement and connecting with each other, I haven't felt like an outcast. I used to think I would feel like an imposter on campus, but this campus is my campus just as much as it is others and that's understood by everyone here! Only thing I would like to see change is the amount of involvement from counselors, they seem to do what they have to instead of what they can, which can make it intimidating to reach out for help.
- Sophom*ore
- 2 months ago
