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Boise State University

Boise, Idaho · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,251

Acceptance Rate

84%

Graduation Rate

61%

Annual Tuition

$8,782

At a Glance

Total Students

17,081

Retention Rate

78%

Faculty Ratio

19

Financial Aid

25%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Boise State University is a public institution with an 84% acceptance rate. The university has a student body of 17,081. The average in-state tuition is $8,782. The university reports a 60.8% graduation rate and a 77.9% retention rate.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $46,808. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,251. Ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $51,658. The median debt for students is $20,500, and 25.3% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$47k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 51% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Boise State University alumni earn a median salary of $46,808. However, five years after graduation, the median salary decreases slightly to $45,251. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $51,658. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

Boise State University has an 84% acceptance rate and a 60.8% graduation rate. The retention rate is 77.9%. The in-state tuition is $8,782. A total of 25.3% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Boise, Idaho

Boise, ID 83725

Boise State University is located in Boise, Idaho. The campus is in a city setting. With a safety score of 74, Boise ranks well above the national average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Boise State University has an acceptance rate of 84.0%.