Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $8,782
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $26,976
- Average Net Price
- $19,182
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 17.9%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $16,610
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,080
- Books & Supplies
- $1,226
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $26,618
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $217/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 54.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 25.3%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 17.9%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $15,387 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $16,200 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $19,197 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $22,131 |
| $110,001+ | $22,767 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Boise State families pay far less than the $26,976 out-of-state sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $15,387 annually after aid. Even middle-class families earning $48,000-$75,000 pay around $19,197 per year. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $61,500 to $77,000 for most students.
The typical graduate leaves with $20,500 in debt, translating to $217 monthly payments. With median earnings of $51,658 ten years out, that's a manageable 5% of income going toward loans. Only 25% of students take federal loans, suggesting many avoid debt entirely. The 54% loan repayment rate indicates some graduates struggle financially after leaving.
In-state students get the strongest value proposition at $8,782 tuition, especially since 52% of students are Idaho residents who can take advantage of the lower cost while staying close to home.
The typical graduate leaves with $20,500 in debt, translating to $217 monthly payments. With median earnings of $51,658 ten years out, that's a manageable 5% of income going toward loans. Only 25% of students take federal loans, suggesting many avoid debt entirely. The 54% loan repayment rate indicates some graduates struggle financially after leaving.
In-state students get the strongest value proposition at $8,782 tuition, especially since 52% of students are Idaho residents who can take advantage of the lower cost while staying close to home.
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