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The College of Idaho

#3 in Best Colleges in Idaho
  • 4 Year
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 443 reviews
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    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      A-
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      B+
    7. Professors
      B+
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      B+
    10. Campus Food
      A+
    11. Student Life
      A-
    12. Safety
      B
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    College of Idaho is an above-average private college located in Caldwell, Idaho in the Boise Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 896 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the College of Idaho acceptance rate is 49%. Popular majors include Psychology, Business, and Health Service Preparatory Studies. Graduating 70% of students, College of Idaho alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $30,400.
    collegeofidaho.edu
    (208) 459-5011
    2112 Cleveland Blvd
    Caldwell, ID 83605
    About The College of Idaho...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division II
    Athletic Conference
    Frontier Conference
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    The College of Idaho Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    49%
    Application Deadline
    February 15
    SAT Range
    920-1190
    ACT Range
    21-27
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $26,018/ 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
    $16,712/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    B+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    96%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.28 responses
    63%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.27 responses
    67%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.27 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Psychology
      39 Graduates
    • Business
      36 Graduates
    • Health Service Preparatory Studies
      32 Graduates
    • Biology
      23 Graduates
    • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
      22 Graduates
    • Computational and Applied Mathematics
      21 Graduates
    • Environmental Science
      13 Graduates
    • History
      13 Graduates
    • Chemistry
      12 Graduates
    • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
      9 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    896Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    40
    Undergrads Over 25
    2%
    Pell Grant
    38%
    Varsity Athletes
    40%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 19 responses
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    • Every one is different in there own great way.
      26%
    • Interested and engaged in classes
      26%
    • Vibrant
      16%
    • Athletic
      11%
    • Thoughtful
      11%
    • Close-knit
      5%
    • Diverse
      5%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    100%
    Poll
    56%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.39 responses
    Poll
    62%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.39 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 19 responses
    Report
    • Reaching one's potential
      58%
    • Work hard, play hard
      26%
    • Harvard of the West
      11%
    • Your dreams are in reach
      5%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $40,000/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    70%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%
    94%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.18 responses
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    The College of Idaho Reviews

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    Almost exactly as advertised. Almost every student is on scholarship, and even though it's expensive to live on campus, it's definitely worth it! High quality staff and faculty who have a passion for their work and students. High community involvement and opportunities to work/volunteer in the area. Excellent accomodations for disabled and neurodivergent students. Could use more LGBT+ support.
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    The College of Idaho (C of I) is a private liberal arts college in Caldwell, Idaho. Founded in 1891, it is the state's oldest private liberal arts college, with an enrollment of 1,000 students. The college has produced seven Rhodes Scholars, three governors and four NFL players. Its PEAK Curriculum allows students to study in the four knowledge areas of humanities, natural sciences, social sciences and a professional field, enabling them to earn a major and three minors in four years.The college offers 26 undergraduate majors, 58 undergraduate minors, three graduate programs, and a variety of collaborative programs through 16 departments. Popular majors include Biology, Business, History, Psychology, and Political Economy.
    I love this campus and it’s Atmosphere! It’s a beautiful campus with a small student population where you are able to build strong connections with, not only other students, but the professors and other administrative staff there. I’m glad I ended up going here because it is a wonderful campus with very friend individuals, major diversity, and the academic scene is very interesting and unique in its own manner!