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Boise State University

Boise, ID·Public·~87% acceptance

Boise State University is a public university based in Boise, ID. Admissions are accessible, with about 87% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $21,610 per year after financial aid. About 61% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $51,658 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$21,610/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $28,224
Aid cuts ~$6,614/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
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EA
RD
Feb 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.33–3.83
SAT (middle 50%)1030–1210
ACT (middle 50%)21–26
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
61%
graduation rate
79%
freshman retention
$45,251
median earnings, 6yr
$51,658
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Boise State University's acceptance rate?
Boise State University admits about 87% of applicants.
How much does Boise State University cost?
At Boise State University, the average net price after aid is about $21,610 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $28,224 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Boise State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1030–1210 on the SAT and 21–26 on the ACT.
What are Boise State University's application deadlines?
Boise State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Feb 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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