Cheapest Registered Nursing Colleges in Idaho

Brigham Young University-Idaho stands out among Idaho nursing programs with a remarkable net cost of just $7,131, creating a $24,000 gap between the state's cheapest and most expensive options. This price spread reflects Idaho's mix of public universities and private colleges serving students across seven nursing programs. The state's growing healthcare sector, bolstered by major employers like Saint Alphonsus Health System and Kootenai Health, creates strong demand for nurses trained in clinical practice, administration, and research roles throughout Idaho's expanding communities.

Programs

$7,131 – $31,248

Net Price Range

$61,694

Avg. Program Earnings

52.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing 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	Idaho State University Pocatello, Idaho	$17,324	$8,356	38.3%
4	Boise State University Boise, Idaho	$19,182	$8,782	61.9%	83.9%
5	Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, Idaho	$25,537	$39,370	59.9%	88.2%
6	Eagle Gate College-Boise Campus Boise, Idaho	$29,546	$18,645
7	Provo College-Idaho Falls Campus Idaho Falls, Idaho	$31,248	$18,645

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes BYU-Idaho's nursing program so affordable compared to other Idaho schools?

BYU-Idaho's church affiliation allows it to offer nursing education at a net cost of $7,131, roughly half the price of the next cheapest option at Lewis-Clark State College ($12,832). The university's nonprofit status and institutional support create significant savings for nursing students compared to private colleges that can cost over $25,000 annually.

How do earnings compare between Idaho's most and least expensive nursing programs?

Graduates from Boise State University, despite higher costs ($19,182 net), earn the most at $65,621 annually. Interestingly, BYU-Idaho graduates with the lowest program costs earn $53,671, creating a $12,000 salary difference that may offset the initial cost savings over time.

Does attending a public versus private nursing school in Idaho affect graduation rates?

Public universities show mixed results, with Boise State achieving a 61.9% graduation rate while Idaho State reaches only 38.3%. Private schools like Northwest Nazarene maintain a 59.9% graduation rate, suggesting that institutional type alone doesn't determine student success in Idaho nursing programs.

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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.