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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 16:1
Full-Time Student Population 8,867
Part-Time Student Population 4,626
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 581
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 234
Total FT Faculty 602
Faculty with Terminal Degree 57%
Average Faculty Salary $56,328
Full-Time Retention Rate 60%
Part-Time Retention Rate 45%
Graduation Rate 26%
Programs/Majors Offered 131
Average Course Load 5 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? Yes
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 66%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 31%
  • 50 or More Students: 3%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

ISU is the place to be right now. The University offers several levels of degrees in various departments and programs. The ISU health program is a particularly strong program that is well-known by other institutions. The University is recognized for its mission to bring health and health sciences education to the state of Idaho. Much of ISU’s growth has been thanks to 20-year University president Richard Bowen. During his tenure, the health program has opened up new opportunities and programs for students, and there has also been growth in the counseling and nursing programs on the Boise campus. In the College of Arts and Sciences, a physical science building has been added with an improved chemistry program. Overall, there has been an abundant amount of growth academically, especially in health-related fields. What the University does fall short in is building the smaller programs. ISU is known as a health college, but not everybody wants to be a doctor or dental hygienist. All the major health programs receive money and improvement before any other program on campus. This is not to say that the other programs cannot operate adequately. They are still excellent programs with excellent faculty, but they are not reaching their full potential.

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Academics at Idaho State University

teiraluna

'16

Zoology and Entomology

4.2
A-

Professors Are Nice, Subjects Somewhat Limited

I am currently not attending, but will again this fall. Last time I attended I loved it. The professors are kind, and helpful. They provide a wide array of information in their subjects and personalize a lot of the work. I am pleased with it. While I love the classes and subjects I am taking, the variation is somewhat limited compared to larger-city colleges.

Feb 12, 2012

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Academics at Idaho State University

harrste8

'16

Mass Communications and Media

4.6
A

Journalism Is Great

I visited Idaho State last year when I was competing in the HSJA State conference. The Macs are great and ISU has an amazing Mass Comm Department.

Feb 10, 2012

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Academics at Idaho State University

kellyharrison

'15

Registered Nursing (RN)

4.2
A-

Academics Are Good

I'm in the health careers majors field and so far academics have been very good and academics are very important for getting into your program.

Jan 10, 2012

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Instructional Programs Occupational: Yes
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: Yes
Adult Basic Remedial: Yes
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: Yes
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for a score of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements N/A
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Business
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Health Professions
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Technology
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 2%
  • Human Resources Development: 1%
  • Pharmacy Studies: 2%
  • Registered Nursing (RN): 5%
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
  • Weekend/evening college
Best Places to Study
  • Library
  • Pond Student Union Building
Did You Know?

ISU is listed in the U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2008.

ISU also offers online courses for those who tend to skip out on class too much.

The Eli M. Oboler Library has three floors of volumes upon volumes of research for students. It is also a popular studying setting and a great way to meet other people striving for academic excellence.

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Name: Eryn Lowe

Major: Communications/TV Broadcasting

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