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Boise State University
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Annual Tuition
$8,782
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
84.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
60.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$51,658
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Boise State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Boise, ID. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,782, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 60.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$35,128
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$21,658
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$181,452
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$398,032
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Boise State University is $20,500.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
23
Burglary
2
Theft
8
Assault
2
Robbery
0
Rape
9
Arson
2
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$8,782
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
77.9%
Success
60.8%
In-State Cost
$8,782
Age 25+ Students
15.0%
Carnegie Class
R2: Doctoral — High Research
Working at 6yr
4,397 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Boise
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$993
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,139
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,388
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Boise metropolitan area.