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Boise State University

Public Boise, ID · Urban · Rocky Mountains · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
61%
Graduation Rate
$51,658
Earnings (10yr)
$21,610
Net Price
87%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Boise State University serves 17,674 students and has an acceptance rate of 87%. This high acceptance rate means that a diverse range of students can pursue their education here, making the campus vibrant and inclusive.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data for Boise State indicates a focus on improving student outcomes. While specific mobility rates are not available, the university's programs in Business, Health Professions, and Engineering suggest that graduates can find solid pathways to employment after graduation. Graduates earn an average of $51,658 ten years after starting their degree, which reflects positively on the value of the education offered.

The net price for attending Boise State is $21,610, with a median debt of $20,500. This financial profile means students can expect a manageable debt load relative to their potential earnings. Those who thrive here are often individuals looking for a supportive environment with a variety of academic programs and a strong focus on career readiness.

Rankings

How Boise Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation61%Earnings 10yr$52KNet Price$22KRetention79%Median Debt$21KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$18K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$26K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%747.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1708.2%MOBILITY127.76%

Cost & Financial Aid

$9,048
In-State Tuition
$27,788
Out-of-State
$21,610
Avg Net Price
$20,500
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
24%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$18,165
Family Income $0–$30K
$17,974
Family Income $30K–$48K
$20,731
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,893
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,251
6 Years After Entry
$50,005
8 Years
$51,658
10 Years
0.4x
Debt-to-Earnings
60%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$45,251 6yr $50,005 8yr $51,658 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

127.76%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1708.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
747.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$77,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.39
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.246%
Inventor Rate
46
Total Patents
63
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 87%
Retention Rate 79%
Full-Time Faculty 57%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,887
Diversity Index 0.49
First-Gen Students 33%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 21%
Health Professions 18%
Humanities 6%
Communications 5%
Engineering 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Education 4%
Psychology 4%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Rocky Mountains
Accreditor Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
57%
White
69%
Hispanic
16%
Black
2%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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