Colleges by state
Colleges and Universities in Idaho
16 degree-granting colleges and universities in Idaho that take part in federal student aid programs, from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Colleges16
- Public88 private
- Four-year124 two-year
- Online programs12Report at least one fully online program
Widely offered majors in Idaho: Nursing (12), Business Administration (11), Accounting (11), Psychology (11), Computer Science (10), Biology (10).
| College | City | Type | Level | Online programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise Bible College | Boise | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Boise State University | Boise | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Brigham Young University-Idaho | Rexburg | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Carrington College-Boise | Boise | Private for-profit | Two-year | Yes |
| College of Eastern Idaho | Idaho Falls | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| College of Southern Idaho | Twin Falls | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| College of Western Idaho | Nampa | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Eagle Gate College-Boise Campus | Boise | Private for-profit | Four-year | No |
| Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine | Meridian | Private for-profit | Four-year | No |
| Idaho State University | Pocatello | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Lewiston | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| North Idaho College | Coeur d'Alene | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Northwest Nazarene University | Nampa | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Provo College-Idaho Falls Campus | Idaho Falls | Private for-profit | Four-year | No |
| The College of Idaho | Caldwell | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Idaho | Moscow | Public | Four-year | Yes |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024). Links go to each school’s official website as reported to IPEDS. “Online programs” means the school reported at least one program offered entirely by distance education.
Colleges in Idaho: frequently asked questions
How many colleges are in Idaho?
Idaho has 16 degree-granting colleges and universities that take part in federal student aid programs, according to the latest U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS) data.
How many public colleges are in Idaho?
8 public, 4 private nonprofit and 4 private for-profit.
How many community colleges and two-year colleges are in Idaho?
4 two-year colleges, including public two-year colleges such as College of Eastern Idaho, College of Western Idaho, and North Idaho College.
How many four-year colleges and universities are in Idaho?
12 four-year colleges and universities, and 9 schools in Idaho offer graduate programs.
Which colleges in Idaho offer online programs?
12 colleges in Idaho reported offering at least one program entirely online. Use the college search with “Offers fully online programs” to see them, and check each school for specific online programs.
Which cities in Idaho have the most colleges?
Boise (4), Idaho Falls (2), Nampa (2), Rexburg (1), and Twin Falls (1).
What majors are most widely offered at colleges in Idaho?
Among the 109 majors in this guide, the most widely offered in Idaho are Nursing (12 schools), Business Administration (11 schools), Accounting (11 schools), Psychology (11 schools), Computer Science (10 schools), and Biology (10 schools).
How do I find a college in Idaho that offers my major?
Use the college search with the state set to Idaho and choose your major, or filter by city or ZIP code.
Where does this list of Idaho colleges come from?
From the U.S. Department of Education’s IPEDS data (IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024)). Confirm programs, costs and admission requirements on each school’s official website.
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