by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Boise State University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Boise State University amounted to $9,048 per year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $27,788. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
Of those figures, the required fees added up to $2,929 in-state and $2,929 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,119 | $24,859 |
| Fees | $2,929 | $2,929 |
| Total | $9,048 | $27,788 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not include room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much would Boise State University charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For perspective, here is how Boise State University costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In ID | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Against the nationwide average, Boise State University sits close to the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the Boise State University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at Boise State University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,532 | $22,452 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,532 | $22,869 |
| One Year Ago | $5,941 | $24,135 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,119 | $24,859 |
The following chart shows how tuition at Boise State has shifted across recent years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition increased 3.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $28,621 for the coming year.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 3.93%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $9,403. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 3.62%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $28,793.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $9,403 | $28,793 |
| In 2 Years | $9,772 | $29,835 |
| In 3 Years | $10,156 | $30,914 |
| In 4 Years | $10,555 | $32,032 |
| In 5 Years | $10,970 | $33,191 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $121,574, versus roughly $39,886 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Boise State University, visit the Boise State University Financial Aid page.
