Boise State University
Public university · Boise, ID · 17,674 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
87%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$18,423
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$28,049
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Boise State University?
Boise State University accepts about 87 of every 100 applicants (87%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Boise State University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Boise State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Boise State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $28,049 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $18,423 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,364 for ID residents and $28,478 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,364
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$28,478
- Room & board$15,512
- Total cost of attendance$28,049
- Average net price after grants$18,423
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Interdisciplinary Studies, Engineering, Communications.
Boise State University FAQ
- What is Boise State University's acceptance rate?
- 87% — accessible.
- Is Boise State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Boise State University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Boise State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Boise State University cost?
- About $28,049 a year before aid; $18,423 on average after grants.
- What is Boise State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001616. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Boise State University receives your information.
- What is Boise State University's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Boise State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis-Clark State CollegeLewiston, ID | 88% | — | $13,632 | 39% |
| University of IdahoMoscow, ID | 76% | 990–1230 | $15,321 | 60% |
| George Mason UniversityFairfax, VA | 87% | 1160–1360 | $14,697 | 66% |
| The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio, TX | 87% | 1000–1220 | $9,872 | 52% |
| Washington State UniversityPullman, WA | 87% | — | $13,462 | 63% |
| Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GA | 88% | 986–1133 | $16,785 | 54% |