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84%
Open Admissions
61%
Graduation
About Boise State University
Boise State University is a public four-year institution located in Boise, Idaho. With an enrollment of approximately 17,081 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 84%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 61%. Graduates earn a median salary of $51,658 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $19,182 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
84%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
61%
Enrollment
17,081
Total students
Median Earnings
$51,658
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$8,782
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,976
Per year
Average Net Price
$19,182
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$26,976/yr
In-State Tuition$8,782/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$19,182/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$76,728
10-Year Earnings
$516,580
ROI Multiple
6.7×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Boise State University
Student Outcomes
61%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$52k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
17,081
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
