University of Idaho

Moscow, ID

University of Idaho

Moscow, ID

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Are you Brave and Bold?

The University of Idaho is a public, land-grant university with more than 10,000 students in over 100 majors from the associates to doctoral level. Nestled in Moscow on the Palouse in North Idaho, University of Idaho is consistently ranked as the most beautiful college in Idaho. Explore unmatched opportunities at one of the highest-ranked and best value universities in the nation.

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ACCOLADES

 

Named among The Best 391 Colleges | The Princeton Review, 2026

 

Moscow named "One of the Best College Towns in America" | WalletHub

 

Top 10 Best Value Public University Nationwide | U.S. News & World Report, 2026

University of Idaho Fast Facts

• Founded: 1889
• Location: Moscow, Idaho, with educational centers in Boise, Coeur d’Alene, and Idaho Falls; nine Research and Extension Centers; and Extension offices in 42 counties
• Total enrollment: 12,286 students
• Student demographic: From every US state and 73 countries
• Undergraduate majors: 93
• Student-faculty ratio: 18:1
• Research: Over $136M million annually (classified by Carnegie Foundation as higher research activity)
• Notable programs: Nationally acclaimed Honors Program
 Nickname: Vandals
 Mascot: Joe Vandal
 Colors: Silver and Gold
• Entering freshman academic profile:
   - Average high school GPA: 3.4
   - Average ACT composite: 23
   - Average SAT combined: 1114
   - 51% men and 49% women
   - 28% first generation
   - 7% international

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