by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 20,763 undergraduates in 2020, Boise State University is a very large, public university located in Boise, Idaho. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Boise State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Boise State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Boise 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 Boise State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Boise 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. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Boise State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Boise State University for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Boise 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.
Boise State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Boise State University has a comparatively very large, student body. There were 20,763 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 12,973 (62.5%). Part-time attendance was 7,790 (37.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 12,973 | 7,790 | 20,763 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Boise State University receives top marks for overall diversity. We rank Boise State University #553 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 Boise State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Boise State University Diversity Guide.
Boise State University has a total of 557 student athletes, 251 men and 306 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Boise State University Athletics