University of Idaho

Idaho's best public online university, the University of Idaho offers seven online undergraduate and three online graduate degrees, including popular bachelor's programs in history and organizational sciences. All bachelor's programs accept significant transfer credit, making them an attractive option for prospective students who already possess an associate degree. Available master's programs prepare graduates for careers as public administrators, psychologists, and performing artists. Prospective students can review the U of I website to explore careers and learn more about available internship opportunities. Students may also explore the four-year degree plan for each program, an excellent tool that helps learners graduate on time. All degree-seekers meet with an advisor at least once per term, typically before registering for courses. U of I accepts new students in the fall semester, and undergraduate application requirements include ACT or SAT scores. Application materials for graduate applicants vary by program. In-state learners may qualify for up to $4,000 per year in automatic merit-based scholarships; these awards stack with other institutional aid.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
97% of students
were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools
with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but
are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
74% of full-time
students stayed to continue their studies the following academic
year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall
2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
56% of students
graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their
studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are
not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners.
Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores: | Required | High school transcript: | Recommended |
High school rank: | Not required or recommended | Letter of recommendation: | Required |
High school GPA: | Required | Open admission: | No |
Completion of college prep program: | Recommended | Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL): |
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment: Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes
Credit for qualified life experience*:
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*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials,
or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a
portfolio to earn credit.
Learning Environment
44k
Students enrolledOnline student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio
82%
Online student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio
20:1
Student to faculty ratio
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
# | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
2 | Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
7 | Education | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
8 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
9 | Engineering | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
10 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
11 | English Language And Literature/Letters | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
12 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
13 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
14 | Health Professions And Related Programs | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
15 | History | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
16 | History | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
17 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
18 | Mathematics And Statistics | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
19 | Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
20 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
21 | Natural Resources And Conservation | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
22 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
23 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
24 | Physical Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
25 | Precision Production | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
26 | Psychology | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
27 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
28 | Social Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
29 | Visual And Performing Arts | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |