University of Idaho

The university library is the largest library in the state, with more than 2 million holdings. There are four residence halls, eighteen fraternities, and ten sororities on campus that provide on-campus housing for students, primarily freshmen. On-campus apartments are restricted to married couples, families, graduates, law students, and nontraditional students. UI also has branch campuses in Boise, Idaho Falls, Coeur d'Alene, and Twin Falls, as well as extension facilities throughout Idaho.

Two of the university's colleges are dedicated solely to law and graduate studies. More than 300 degrees are available for undergraduate and graduate students. International students constitute 4% of the university's total enrollment of 10,791 students enrolled in various programmes. Approximately 9,328 students are enrolled at the Moscow campus. The ratio of students to faculty at UI is 16 to 1. In addition, the university has numerous clubs where students can participate in extracurricular activities such as dance, drama, opera, and soccer.

Among the notable alumni of the University of Idaho are prominent researchers, politicians, academics, authors, scientists, athletes, artists, and journalists. Kelli Johnson (NBC Sports Bay Area Anchor), Ali Abdelghany (Marine Biologist), Rebecca Zanetti (Novelist), Steven Amstrup (Famous Polar Bear Researcher), Kristin Armstrong (an Award-Winning Cyclist), Fred Taylor (Former U.S. District Court Judge), Mark Felt (FBI Special Agent), Rayce Bird (Special Effects and Makeup Artist), and Brad Teare (Actor) are alumni of the university (Illustrator and Painter).

Why University of Idaho?

• Consistently recognised by The Princeton Review as one of the best public colleges in the United States.
• Idaho was ranked among the "Best 100 Values in Public Colleges" by Kiplinger's based on academic quality and affordability.
• Princeton Review ranked Idaho among the "Top 286 Green Colleges" on its list of the most environmentally conscious universities.
• Only 15% of U.S. colleges are included in The Princeton Review's "Best 368 Colleges" list.
• In its 2012 "Best Colleges For You" issue, Newsweek ranked the University of Idaho as the third most affordable in the country.

University of Idaho Rankings

• #501-600 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2021
• #601-800 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2022
• #179 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2022
• #881 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2022

Admission Standards - Average

Applications Accepted - 74.4% 

University of Idaho Tuition Fees

University of Idaho International Student Admissions

On its campus, the university welcomes students from all over the world. It welcomes students from 73 nations around the globe. Admission requirements for international applicants may differ slightly from those for domestic students. Additionally, they are advised to apply well in advance to ensure sufficient time for visa application.

How to apply?

Application Portal: Apply Online
Application Fee: USD 70 (specifically for international applicants)
Basic Admission Requirements:

• International application for admission
• Official Transcripts
• GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4 pointer scale
• English Language Proficiency Test Scores
• Statement of activities carried out if you have taken a gap year
• If the applicant has not yet completed high school, a transcript indicating all completed coursework may be accepted for early admission.
• External examination reports should be provided when applicable
• Certified, literal translations of all credentials issued in any language other than English.
• Financial support requirements:
  • A signed certificate of financial responsibility from the applicant, and the applicant's sponsor if they are being sponsored.
  • An original bank statement either from the applicant or applicant's sponsor( if applicable), showing that the necessary minimum funds are available.
  • A copy of the applicant's passport.

University of Idaho English Language Proficiency Scores

The minimum language proficiency requirement at University of Idaho are as follows: