Cheapest Psychology Colleges in Idaho

Brigham Young University-Idaho delivers psychology education at just $7,131 net cost, making it nearly half the price of the next cheapest option. This $5,701 gap between the most and second most affordable programs reflects Idaho's mix of religious institutions and public universities. Psychology graduates in Idaho find opportunities with the state's growing healthcare sector and tech companies like Micron, where understanding human behavior drives user experience and workplace efficiency research.

Programs

$7,131 – $25,537

Net Price Range

$26,564

Avg. Program Earnings

55.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Psychology, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, Idaho	$7,131	$4,656	55.1%	95.6%
2	Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, Idaho	$12,832	$7,388	44.7%	86.8%
3	University of Idaho Moscow, Idaho	$13,782	$8,816	60.9%	73.9%
4	Idaho State University Pocatello, Idaho	$17,324	$8,356	38.3%
5	Boise State University Boise, Idaho	$19,182	$8,782	61.9%	83.9%
6	The College of Idaho Caldwell, Idaho	$20,566	$36,030	64.1%	45.5%
7	Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, Idaho	$25,537	$39,370	59.9%	88.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes BYU-Idaho so much cheaper than other psychology programs?

BYU-Idaho's $7,131 net cost stems from significant church subsidies and lower operational costs in Rexburg. The 95.56% acceptance rate indicates accessible admission, while the $13,990 average debt load remains manageable compared to other private institutions.

How do Idaho public universities compare for psychology costs?

Lewis-Clark State College offers the lowest public option at $12,832 net cost, followed by University of Idaho at $13,782. Idaho State University charges $17,324 net despite having the lowest in-state tuition at $8,356, suggesting higher living costs in Pocatello.

Do psychology graduates earn enough to justify these program costs?

Psychology graduates earn $24,035 to $28,770 annually, with Boise State graduates commanding the highest salaries at $28,770. The debt-to-income ratios remain reasonable, particularly at BYU-Idaho where graduates earn $26,224 against just $13,990 in debt.

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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.