Graduate degrees
Find your path among the wide range of University of Idaho’s graduate programs, including in-demand online options, graduate certificates, master’s degrees and doctoral degrees tailored to current industry needs.
College of
Graduate Studies
Take your knowledge to the next level
University of Idaho’s College of Graduate Studies (COGS) empowers you to elevate your academic and professional journey. As Idaho’s only Carnegie R1 university, U of I has over 600 dedicated graduate faculty members and more than $135 million in annual research funding.
Ranked the No. 1 Best Value Public University in the Nation, University of Idaho combines exceptional affordability with world-class academic opportunities, offering over 130 graduate degree programs.
At COGS, you’ll contribute to groundbreaking research and expand your expertise. Whether you’re pursuing a graduate degree to deepen your knowledge or make a greater impact in your field, this is where your next chapter begins.
Explore graduate degrees and admission requirements
Graduate admissions
Discover how to join U of I’s graduate community. Here, students from diverse backgrounds find opportunities to grow through research, strong academic preparation, professional networks and support services.
Idaho's only Carnegie R1 university
Learn from top-tier faculty members and explore the vast array of innovative research programs only available at one of the nation’s top four percent of research universities. Explore how your passion for discovery can contribute to solving tomorrow's problems.
Support every step of the way
Whether you’re just starting your graduate studies or completing your research, COGS offers resources designed to support every stage of your academic journey.
- Access tools, forms and guidance tailored to new students, teaching assistants, researchers and those working through thesis, dissertation or proposal processes.
- Stay on track with important dates, from application deadlines to thesis submission deadlines.
- Find essential forms for every step — from curriculum adjustments to leave approvals and re-enrollment.
COGS news and events
Stay informed on the latest from COGS, including research breakthroughs, student achievements and upcoming events.
Redefine what’s possible with a U of I graduate degree
UIdaho’s College of Graduate Studies equips you with the expertise, resources and connections to lead in your field. From industry-driven programs to faculty-guided research, you gain practical skills and advanced knowledge that set you apart. Apply now!
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University of Idaho acknowledges that our campus and statewide centers reside on the ancestral homelands of five federally recognized Nations: the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, the Nez Perce Tribe, the Shoshone Bannock Tribe of the Fort Hall Reservation and the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation. Rooted in our land grant mission, we honor the sovereignty of Tribal nations and recognize our responsibility to build meaningful and enduring relationships with these communities, promoting access to higher education for Tribal citizens. We strive to foster collaboration, mutual understanding and learning that supports Tribal priorities in education, economic development and research.