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Best Value History Colleges in Idaho

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

Brigham Young University-Idaho delivers the most affordable History education in the state at just $7,131 net cost, while University of Idaho graduates earn the highest salaries at $29,685 annually. The $18,406 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects Idaho's mix of public universities and private colleges. History majors benefit from the state's growing tech sector, where companies like Micron value analytical and research skills for corporate communications and project management roles.
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Programs
$7,131 – $25,537
Net Price Range
$26,662
Avg. Program Earnings
55.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 History Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,131 $24,035 $4,656 55.1% 95.6%
2 $13,782 $29,685 $8,816 60.9% 73.9%
3 $17,324 $25,194 $8,356 38.3%
4 $19,182 $27,461 $8,782 61.9% 83.9%
5 $20,566 $26,933 $36,030 64.1% 45.5%
6 $12,832 $7,388 44.7% 86.8%
7 $25,537 $39,370 59.9% 88.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes BYU-Idaho such an affordable option for History students?

BYU-Idaho charges just $7,131 in net costs, nearly half the price of the next cheapest option at University of Idaho ($13,782). The university's religious affiliation and support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints helps keep tuition low while maintaining a 95.56% acceptance rate.

How do graduation rates compare between Idaho's public and private History programs?

Private colleges lead with The College of Idaho at 64.10% and Northwest Nazarene at 59.90% graduation rates. Among public universities, Boise State performs best at 61.90%, while Idaho State lags significantly at 38.30%.

Is University of Idaho worth the higher cost for History majors?

University of Idaho graduates earn $29,685 annually, about $5,500 more than BYU-Idaho alumni despite paying twice as much. The 60.90% graduation rate and $25,000 median debt level suggest reasonable returns for the additional investment.

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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.