Why CALS?
CALS Top Ten
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- Our high value and reasonable cost mean you’ll get a better return on your educational investment — and graduate with less debt.
- Our graduates are primed to succeed in today’s most demanding — and in demand — career fields.
- Two of every three of our students benefit from our generous pool of financial aid.
- Our teachers are creative, committed, and engaging and our learning environment is close-knit, with just 20 students per faculty member.
- Our faculty advisers and peer mentors will help you reach your potential and realize your unique dreams.
- You can build your self-confidence and sharpen your competitive edge in the marketplace by participating in our extensive/intensive opportunities for active learning.
- In our high-tech biotechnology building, analytical sciences lab, and statewide research and extension network, you can apply your learning in every region of Idaho.
- Our high-tech communications environment lets you use your avatar to participate in Second Life virtual lectures, get advising via Facebook, and download podcasted lectures.
- Moscow — our friendly, vibrant, and culturally rich community — is near some of the nation’s most impressive backcountry for snowboarding, rock climbing, white-water rafting, fishing, and hunting.
- With Washington State University just eight miles away, you’ll enjoy access to the benefits of not just one — but two — universities. Our partnership means that you'll have access to their faculty, classes, and labs at no additional cost.
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Join an on-campus community custom-made for your interests and major. View the University Housing site or CALS options below for more information. You may also view general information about Greek living and Greek Life at the University of Idaho.
- Co-ed CALS Theme Hall – Live with other CALS students at the Ag-Sci Community of the Wallace Residence Center.
- CALS Fraternities – Aplha Gamma Rho and Farmhouse provide housing for students committed to pursuing careers in the food, fiber and life sciences industry.
- CALS Sorority – Sigma Alpha Agriculture is a national professional sorority open to any women with an interest in agriculture. Strive for achievement in scholarship, leadership and service; develop along with other women pursuing careers in agriculture.

