by our College Data Analytics TeamIs The College of Idaho worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
The College of Idaho is ranked #1,900 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Idaho, it ranks #10 of 14 for value.
Among the majors The College of Idaho offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #8 of 10 |
| Biology | #62 of 110 |
| Health Services | #66 of 98 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | #148 of 237 |
| Marketing | #328 of 542 |
| General History | #343 of 533 |
| History | #344 of 534 |
| Accounting / Finance | #422 of 693 |
| General Psychology | #586 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #586 of 1,068 |
Read the full The College of Idaho value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
The College of Idaho is ranked #5 out of #10 in Idaho for quality and #10 out of #14 for Idaho value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the The College of Idaho financial aid page to be sure.
The College of Idaho is ranked #1,900 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, The College of Idaho 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 The College of Idaho costs about $19,481. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $77,924 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $50,796 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,481 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,481 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $77,924 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about The College of Idaho net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a The College of Idaho 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 | $203,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,924 | #1,900 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,924 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $203,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,924 | #10 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,924 | — | — |
*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 The College of Idaho shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,367 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,437 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,013 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,946 |
| Over $110K | $25,125 |
About 100% of The College of Idaho undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,319 per year. Get more details on the The College of Idaho financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average The College of Idaho 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.