Tuition rates
The University of Idaho Children’s Center (UICC) is committed to providing high-quality care to children of U of I students and employees. Families from the Palouse region without a U of I affiliation may also apply, though priority is given to student and employee families on the waitlist.
Due to high demand, there is often a waitlist for available spots. Please note that all new enrollment offers are for full-time care only (Monday through Friday).
Monthly tuition rates
Effective September 2025
| Age group | Classroom color | Monthly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Infant/young toddler | Red/Orange | $1,450 |
| Older toddler/Young preschool | Yellow/Teal | $1,300 |
| Preschool/PreK | Green/Dark Blue | $1,150 |
| Child Development Lab* | Purple | $575 |
*Half-day care is offered only in the Child Development Lab Preschool Classroom for children ages 3–5. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
A 15% discount is applied for current students attending University of Idaho full time. To qualify, students must be enrolled in either:
- 12 undergraduate credits
- Nine graduate credits
- 10 law credits
And they must provide an official class schedule (printed from MyUI) prior to the start of each new semester.
Tuition is billed monthly.
Explanation of fees
- Late payment fee: $50
- Late pick-up fee: $5 per minute, per child
Join the UICC waitlist
Interested in enrolling your child? Start the process by joining our waitlist.