Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $8,816
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $29,784
- Average Net Price
- $13,782
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 22.8%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $10,380
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $10,380
- Books & Supplies
- $1,232
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $20,428
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,982
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $233/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 61.8%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 30.5%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 22.8%
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 | $9,930 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $11,390 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $12,902 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $16,256 |
| $110,001+ | $18,322 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Idaho families pay around $13,782 annually after aid, not the $29,784 out-of-state sticker price. Low-income students with family earnings under $30,000 pay just $9,930 per year. Middle-class families earning $75,000-$110,000 face $16,256 annually. Over four years, expect to invest roughly $55,000 to $65,000 for most students.
The Vandals keep debt manageable compared to many universities. Typical graduates owe $21,982, translating to $233 monthly payments. That's reasonable when weighed against the $54,670 median salary ten years post-graduation. Idaho residents get the strongest value proposition here. With 68.56% of students coming from in-state, the university clearly serves its home constituency well. Out-of-state students pay triple the tuition, making this primarily a smart choice for Idaho families seeking quality education without crushing debt.
The Vandals keep debt manageable compared to many universities. Typical graduates owe $21,982, translating to $233 monthly payments. That's reasonable when weighed against the $54,670 median salary ten years post-graduation. Idaho residents get the strongest value proposition here. With 68.56% of students coming from in-state, the university clearly serves its home constituency well. Out-of-state students pay triple the tuition, making this primarily a smart choice for Idaho families seeking quality education without crushing debt.
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