by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a ISU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how ISU measures up.
ISU is ranked #1,607 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Idaho, it ranks #8 of 14 for value.
Among the majors ISU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Human Resources | #20 of 33 |
| Human Resources Development | #20 of 33 |
| Dietetics/Dietitian | #37 of 57 |
| Diet / Nutrition | #37 of 57 |
| Dietetics & Clinical Nutrition Services | #42 of 64 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | #46 of 65 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #46 of 65 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | #55 of 75 |
| Dental | #55 of 75 |
| Dental Support Services | #55 of 75 |
Read the full ISU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Idaho State University is ranked #9 out of #15 in Idaho for quality and #8 out of #14 for Idaho value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the ISU financial aid page to be sure.
Idaho State University is ranked #1,607 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Idaho State University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at ISU costs about $14,689. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $58,754 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,436 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,193 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,689 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $58,754 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the ISU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What ISU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a ISU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $85,744 | — | — |
| All Students | $58,754 | #1,607 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $48,772 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $85,744 | — | — |
| All Students | $58,754 | #8 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $48,772 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at ISU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,678 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,971 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,797 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,328 |
| Over $110K | $21,084 |
About 73% of ISU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,931 per year. Get more details on the ISU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average ISU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.