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Explore the frightening side of Asian pop culture at AsiaPOP! Dark, with speakers, exhibits and film screenings through Sept. 11.
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Hear internationally acclaimed violinist Rachel Barton Pine and pianist Matthew Hagle Sept. 17.
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Student Cody Harrison is pictured at the University of Idaho College of Law in Boise on Monday, March 23, 2026. He is graduating this spring and plans to leverage his naval military background and expertise in nuclear energy to pursue a career in the emerging field of nuclear regulatory law. Following graduation, Harrison will join the Boise office of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM).
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Discover what it means to be a Vandal

Uncover your passion and define your path at University of Idaho. From hands-on learning to a supportive Vandal community, U of I offers the tools you need to reach your goals and educators who will guide your journey. Step into opportunities, explore your potential and discover a college experience that’s built for you and your career aspirations.

Academic opportunities

As a U of I student, you’ll have access to over 200 areas of study across nine academic colleges, ranging from agriculture and engineering to business and law. Our programs provide a comprehensive education to prepare you for the career you imagine. U of I faculty are forward-thinking experts who make time to provide personalized attention and mentorship to their students.

  • Apply classroom learning through internships, research, fieldwork and Co-Op programs starting your first semester.
  • Discover specialized degree programs like PGA Golf Management, make an impact on society with a WWAMI medical education or create healthy spaces with a degree in landscape architecture.
  • Earn your first or next degree: U of I offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees as well as certificate programs.

Not sure where to start? Chat with one of our admissions counselors to learn more about U of I’s academic opportunities.  

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Find your degree at U of I. Explore over 200 undergraduate and graduate programs.

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See the GPA and test requirements for admission to University of Idaho 

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No matter your educational journey, there are options available to help fund your education. 

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Find your chapter, build lifelong friendships and become part of a tradition rooted in leadership, service and academic excellence.

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Where you go to college shapes who you become — at U of I, you get a respected education, real opportunities to belong and lead and a community that helps you turn your interests into the future of your dreams. 

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Why U of I

Hear directly from students about why they chose University of Idaho. From academics and campus community to hands-on opportunities and the Moscow experience, these short videos share the moments and motivations that made U of I feel like home.

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Finding my community

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Turning passion into a career

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Leading beyond the classroom

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Discovering my passion

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Finding my home

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⛲Vandals First Abroad group in Rome, Italy this summer
🌊Madison Fraser did an internship in Auckland, New Zealand this summer. 
🐪Lance Butikofer traveled to Morocco while studying abroad in England last spring
🏛️Lizbett Manzano, Katie Place, Emmy Raymond, Kaitlyn Sadowsky, Mia Scharnhorst, and Sarah Wheland at Accademia Italiana in Florence, Italy this summer
🌏George and Diego Vega Vaca did a medical internship in Hanoi, Vietnam this summer. 

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See why University of Idaho stands apart, before you ever set foot on campus. Explore our Moscow campus through an interactive virtual tour, then picture yourself in a close-knit college town where academic rigor, outdoor adventure and real community come together. When you’re ready, take the next step with an in-person campus visit, group tour or admitted-student event and experience U of I for yourself.

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ZeeMee gives you direct access to current and future Vandals so you can explore University of Idaho beyond a website — ask questions, join conversations, attend live events and even meet potential roommates, all in one free app.

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