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Brigham Young University-Idaho

Private nonprofit Rexburg, ID · Town · Rocky Mountains · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
55%
Graduation Rate
$53,406
Earnings (10yr)
$8,221
Net Price
96%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an acceptance rate of 96%, Brigham Young University-Idaho welcomes nearly all applicants, making it accessible to a broad range of students. This high acceptance rate reflects the university's commitment to inclusivity and its desire to foster a diverse student body.

Graduates of BYU-Idaho earn a median income of $53,406 after ten years. While specific data on mobility and economic connectedness isn't available, the university's focus on practical programs like Business, Computer Science, and Health Professions suggests that it prepares students for stable careers. The earnings potential indicates a solid return on investment for graduates.

The net price for attending BYU-Idaho is $8,221, and the median debt stands at $13,969, which is manageable compared to many institutions. Students who thrive here tend to be those seeking a supportive community and a values-based education. With a diverse range of programs and a focus on practical skills, BYU-Idaho serves students looking to balance affordability with career readiness.

Rankings

How Brigham Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation55%Earnings 10yr$53KNet Price$8KRetention71%Median Debt$14KPell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$5K$30-48K$6K$48-75K$14K$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%413.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1820.6%MOBILITY75.34%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,800
In-State Tuition
$4,800
Out-of-State
$8,221
Avg Net Price
$13,969
Median Debt
24%
Pell Grant Rate
11%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$4,378
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,579
Family Income $30K–$48K
$5,854
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,764
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$40,447
6 Years After Entry
$47,240
8 Years
$53,406
10 Years
0.26x
Debt-to-Earnings
56%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$40,447 6yr $47,240 8yr $53,406 10yr

Social Mobility

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

75.34%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1820.6%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
413.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$92,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.56
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.413%
Inventor Rate
97
Total Patents
254
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 96%
Retention Rate 71%
SAT Average 1118
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 970–1200
ACT Range 20–26
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,186
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 24%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 27%
Computer Science & IT 13%
Health Professions 8%
Humanities 6%
Education 4%
Biology & Biomedical 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%
Psychology 2%