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Idaho State University
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Annual Tuition
$8,356
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
37.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$45,608
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Idaho State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Pocatello, ID. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,356, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 37.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$33,424
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$15,608
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$122,656
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$278,736
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 38%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
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 Idaho State University is $20,039.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
23
Burglary
11
Theft
1
Assault
3
Robbery
0
Rape
6
Arson
2
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$8,356
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
73.6%
Success
37.7%
In-State Cost
$8,356
Age 25+ Students
18.9%
Carnegie Class
R2: Doctoral — High Research
Working at 6yr
2,704 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 Pocatello
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$669
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$751
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$987
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 Pocatello metropolitan area.