The College of Idaho
Caldwell, ID · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About The College of Idaho
The College of Idaho, abbreviated C of I, is a private liberal arts college in Caldwell, Idaho. Founded in 1891 by William Judson Boone as a Presbyterian college, it is the state's oldest private liberal arts college and has an enrollment of over 1,000 students. The college offers 30 undergraduate programs to earn a B.A., with select programs offering the opportunity to earn either a B.A. or a B.S. degree. The college also offers 4 graduate degrees in the fields of Sports Administration, Medical Science, Physician Assistant Studies, and Education. While previously utilizing the "PEAK" curriculum, in which students could earn one major and three minors in the span of four years, starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, the college began using the "Do More in Four" curriculum, in which students only have to attend classes for four days a week, with four, four credit classes per semester (as compared to the standard five, three credit classes), and the opportunity to earn an undergraduate and graduate degree in four years. The college's alumni include eight Rhodes Scholars, three governors, four professional football players, and one professional baseball player.
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49%
Acceptance
$19,481
Net price
1,041
Enrollment
63%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
49%
Acceptance rate
1,180
SAT average
26
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$19,481
Average net price
$37,845
In-state tuition
$37,845
Out-of-state tuition
$12,773
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$50,542
Total cost of attendance
25%
Students receiving Pell grants
47%
Students with federal loans
$24,500
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$48,473
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$42,097
Median earnings (6 yrs)
63%
Graduation rate
82%
Retention rate
73%
Earn more than a HS grad
$10,689
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,041
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
27%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
The College of Idaho FAQ
Is The College of Idaho a public or private school?
The College of Idaho is a private nonprofit institution located in Caldwell, ID.
What is the acceptance rate at The College of Idaho?
The College of Idaho has an acceptance rate of 49%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does The College of Idaho cost?
The average annual net price at The College of Idaho is $19,481 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $37,845.
What is the graduation rate at The College of Idaho?
About 63% of students at The College of Idaho complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do The College of Idaho graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, The College of Idaho students earn a median of $48,473 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for The College of Idaho?
Admitted students at The College of Idaho have an average SAT score of 1,180 and an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend The College of Idaho?
The College of Idaho enrolls about 1,041 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Tamanoeconomico · CC BY-SA 4.0. Additional images are representative.
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