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Cheapest Teacher Education and Professional Development Colleges in Idaho

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Brigham Young University-Idaho delivers Idaho's most affordable teacher education program at just $7,131 annually, nearly half the cost of the second cheapest option at $12,832. With Idaho school districts actively recruiting educators to serve growing communities from Boise's tech corridor to rural areas, these seven programs prepare teachers for starting salaries between $33,281 and $40,017. The state's teacher shortage makes graduates particularly valuable, especially in specialized subjects where certification requirements create high demand.
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Programs
$7,131 – $25,537
Net Price Range
$35,414
Avg. Program Earnings
55.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes BYU-Idaho so much cheaper than other teacher education programs in Idaho?

BYU-Idaho's net cost of $7,131 reflects substantial institutional subsidies and the school's mission-driven pricing model. The private nonprofit charges significantly less than even public institutions like Lewis-Clark State College at $12,832, making it an outlier among teacher preparation programs.

How do earnings compare between Idaho teacher education graduates?

University of Idaho graduates earn the highest median salary at $40,017, about $6,700 more than Idaho State University graduates at $33,281. The earnings gap reflects differences in program specialization and geographic placement of graduates across Idaho's varying school district salary scales.

Is teacher debt manageable for Idaho education graduates?

BYU-Idaho graduates carry the lowest debt burden at $11,675, while University of Idaho graduates average $27,730 in loans. Given Idaho's starting teacher salaries averaging $34,000 to $40,000, debt-to-income ratios remain reasonable compared to national education program averages.

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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.