by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 9,575 undergraduates in 2020, Idaho State University is a large, public university located in Pocatello, Idaho. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Idaho State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Idaho State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Idaho State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Idaho State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Idaho State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Idaho State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Idaho State University for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Idaho State University does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Idaho State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Idaho State University has a comparatively large, student body. There were 9,575 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 5,617 (58.7%). Part-time attendance was 3,958 (41.3%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 5,617 | 3,958 | 9,575 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Idaho State University is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Idaho State University #1386 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Idaho State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Idaho State University Diversity Guide.
Idaho State University has a total of 364 student athletes, 178 men and 186 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $11,421,512 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $11,421,512 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Idaho State University Athletics