Cost of Attendance
The estimated total cost of attendance for attending University of Idaho for one academic year (two semesters) is outlined below. It is important to understand these figures are an estimate based on a student's financial aid eligibility and information known. Costs may vary based on individual circumstances.
University of Idaho Costs and Tuition for 2025-26
| Idaho Residents | Non-Idaho Residents | WUE Recipients | Invitation to Idaho | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time Student Fees/Tuition | $9,400 | $28,636A | $12,914B | $12,914 |
| Living Expenses (housing and food)1 | $12,126 | $12,126 | $12,126 | $12,126 |
| Books & Supplies (estimated)2 | $1,180 | $1,180 | $1,180 | $1,180 |
| Subtotal: Direct Costs | $22,706 | $41,942 | $26,220 | $26,220 |
| Transportation (estimated)3 | $2,924 | $2,924 | $2,924 | $2,924 |
| Miscellaneous & Personal (estimated)4 | $2,644 | $2,644 | $2,644 | $2,644 |
| Total Costs: | $28,274 | $47,510 | $31,788 | $31,788 |
A. Non-Idaho Resident Tuition and Fees: $28,636 = $9,400 plus $19,236 out-of-state tuition.
B. WUE Recipient Tuition and Fees: This is calculated by taking 150% of the in-state tuition rate. For the 2025-26 aid year, your financial aid and scholarship award notice will show a WUE award with a minimum value of $15,722 (previous years may show a different amount); this amount is the difference between the nonresident tuition/fees and the WUE tuition/fee rate your U of I account will be assessed each semester ($28,636 - $12,914 = $15,722). Learn more about U of I's WUE award.
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| Idaho Residents | Non-Idaho Residents | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Student Fees/Tuition | $11,132 | $30,368C |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals)1 | $11,558 | $11,558 |
| Books & Supplies (estimated)2 | $1,180 | $1,180 |
| Subtotal: Direct Costs | $23,870 | $43,106 |
| Transportation (estimated)3 | $2,924 | $2,924 |
| Miscellaneous & Personal (estimated)4 | $2,644 | $2,644 |
| TOTAL COSTS: | $29,438 | $48,674 |
C. Non-Idaho Resident Graduate Fees/Tuition: $30,368 = $11,132 + $19,236 non-resident tuition.
| Idaho Residents | Non-Idaho Residents | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Student Fees/Tuition | $27,516 | $46,752D |
| Living Expenses (Housing and Meals)1 | $11,558 | $11,558 |
| Books & Supplies (estimated)2 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Subtotal: Direct Costs | $42,074 | $61,310 |
| Transportation (estimated)3 | $2,924 | $2,924 |
| Miscellaneous & Personal (estimated)4 | $2,644 | $2,644 |
| TOTAL COSTS: | $47,642 | $66,878 |
D. Non-Idaho Resident Law Fees/Tuition: $47,752= $27,516 + $20,236 non-resident tuition.
1. Living expenses are estimated costs students may anticipate for housing and meals. Actual costs may vary. The undergraduate amount listed above is an estimate that reflects the median cost of on-campus housing and meal plans, while the graduate and law estimates are based on median off-campus housing costs in Moscow. Students who live with their parents or in Boise may have different housing and meal costs.
2. Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment refer to textbooks and other school supplies needed for coursework. These are estimated costs for a full-time student for one academic year.
3. Transportation: Actual costs for a student vary greatly depending on factors such as the need for transportation to a job or internship and how far a student must travel to get home on school breaks.
4. Miscellaneous and personal expenses include items such as clothing, health insurance, special course fees, federal loan fees, personal care products, laundry, etc. These items are considered indirect costs and will vary for each student.
If you have questions and/or comments about financial aid and the cost of attendance, please contact Student Financial Aid Services.
If you have questions and/or comments about tuition and fees charges on your account, please contact the Student Accounts and Cashier’s Office.