Welcome to the University of Idaho’s Counselor Resource page! We appreciate the vital role you play in guiding students through their college journey, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. This page is designed to provide quick access to essential information, including application details, key dates, contact numbers and helpful resources to assist your students.

Important Dates and Events

• January-February | Meet the Vandals
  Your students get the opportunity to with Vandal alumni, current students and faculty in their own town, and learn about the options they have for furthering their education.
• March-July | UIdaho Bound
  This is our signature event for admitted students. They can register for classes, sign up for housing, review their financial aid award package with staff, get their VandalCard, find friends and make connections while learning more about campus living. UIdaho Bound starts in March and continues throughout the summer. Students can pick the date that works best for them!
• October | College App Month
  College Application Month is a Next Steps Idaho program to help every Idaho high school student apply for a post-secondary degree.
• October, November and April | Envision Idaho
  Encourage your students to tour campus and explore their options as a student at U of I by personally experiencing our learning environments during these special open-house style events.
• November | Avanza
  Multicultural students get to meet Vandal alumni, current students and faculty in their own town. Learn about the days and locations this event is happening.
• December | FAFSA Opens
  Students may begin filling out the FAFSA for the following academic year. Remind them that there are many scholarships and types of aid available through U of I. To qualify, they simply need to submit their FAFSA and application for admission. U of I doesn't have a separate scholarship application process.

Frequently Used Numbers

• Admissions:
  208-885-6326
• Campus Visits:
  208-885-6163
• Financial Aid:
  208-885-6312
• Fraternity and Sorority Life:
  208-885-1114
• Help Desk:
  1-888-884-3246
• Housing:
  208-885-7379
• Student Accounts:
  208-885-7447