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Best Value Business Administration Colleges in Idaho

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Business Administration programs in Idaho create an unusual return pattern where the most affordable option delivers the second-highest earnings. Brigham Young University-Idaho charges just $7,131 net but graduates earn $46,924 annually, while pricier alternatives like Northwest Nazarene at $25,537 produce lower returns. Idaho's growing tech sector, anchored by companies like Micron Technology and HP, creates strong demand for business graduates who understand both traditional management and technology integration.
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Programs
$7,131 – $25,537
Net Price Range
$41,475
Avg. Program Earnings
55.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Business Administration, Management and Operations Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,131 $46,924 $4,656 55.1% 95.6%
2 $13,782 $50,439 $8,816 60.9% 73.9%
3 $12,832 $40,896 $7,388 44.7% 86.8%
4 $17,324 $40,548 $8,356 38.3%
5 $19,182 $40,473 $8,782 61.9% 83.9%
6 $20,566 $31,890 $36,030 64.1% 45.5%
7 $25,537 $39,153 $39,370 59.9% 88.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes BYU-Idaho such an strong value for business students?

BYU-Idaho combines the lowest net cost at $7,131 with earnings of $46,924, creating one of the best cost-to-earnings ratios in the state. The university also maintains a 95.56% acceptance rate while keeping student debt low at $12,812.

How do public universities compare to private options for business education value?

Public universities in Idaho typically cost $12,832 to $19,182 net, while private institutions range from $7,131 to $25,537. University of Idaho offers the highest earnings at $50,439 with moderate costs, while some private schools charge more but deliver lower graduate earnings.

Does graduation rate affect the value calculation for Idaho business programs?

Graduation rates vary significantly from 38.30% at Idaho State to 64.10% at The College of Idaho. Higher graduation rates often correlate with better job placement, making schools like University of Idaho with 60.90% graduation and $50,439 earnings particularly valuable.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.