Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.96%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Boise State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.96%. This means approximately 840 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 17,081 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.96%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,782 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $26,976 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,387 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,182 | State avg: $17,119. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 17.94% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 25.26% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Boise State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$26,976
Room and board
$16,610
Books and supplies
$1,226
Other expenses
$5,723
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,387
Average net price
$19,182
Average aid coverage
24%
$6,205 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Boise State University pays approximately $19,182 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Idaho average of $17,119 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Boise State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Idaho and national averages.
Boise State University net price
$19,182
Idaho average
$17,119
National average
$17,506
Boise State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $26,976 and average net price at $19,182. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$26,976
Current net price
$19,182
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
61.87%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$51,658
Undergraduates
17,081
10-Year Median Earnings - Boise State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Boise State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Boise State University?
Undergraduates
17,081
Completion rate
61.87%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
17.94%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
25.26%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 17.94% of Boise State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 25.26% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Boise State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Boise State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Boise State University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Boise State University is listed at 1910 University Dr, Boise, ID 83725. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Boise State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise State University | 83.96% | $26,976 | $19,182 | $51,658 |
| University of Idaho | 79.09% | $29,784 | $13,782 | $54,670 |
| Brigham Young University-Idaho | 96.95% | $4,656 | $7,131 | $53,406 |
| Northwest Nazarene University | 62.95% | $39,370 | $25,537 | $51,719 |
| The College of Idaho | 47.22% | $36,030 | $20,566 | $48,473 |
Similar Schools in Boise
This local cluster focuses on nearby Boise schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Boise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boise State University's acceptance rate?
Boise State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.96%.
How much is Boise State University tuition?
Boise State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $26,976.
What is Boise State University's average net price?
Boise State University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,182.
What is Boise State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $51,658 for Boise State University.
Is Boise State University accredited?
Boise State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Boise State University?
The local dataset lists 17,081 undergraduate students at Boise State University.
What percentage of Boise State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Boise State University in the local dataset is 17.94%.
What is the federal loan rate at Boise State University?
The federal loan rate for Boise State University in the local dataset is 25.26%.
Where should I verify Boise State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Boise State University or the latest official federal education data.