Tuition and fee waivers

Tuition waivers for U of I classes are available for eligible U of I employees, spouses and dependents. Review the FAQ on the employee dependent tuition fee reduction for more information.

Non-University of Idaho employee reciprocal agreements for U of I classes

Employees of Boise State University (BSU), Idaho State University (ISU), Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC) and College of Western Idaho (CWI) may also attend classes at University of Idaho for reduced fees with the following limitations:

  • Student must be admitted and enrolled in a degree program at University of Idaho.
  • Courses are taught in-person (web, hybrid, or virtual meeting courses are not eligible).
  • The benefit covers up to 6 credits per fall/spring Semester and 3 credits in summer.
  • The benefit is limited to the BSU, ISU, LCSC or CWI employees only. Spouses or dependents aren’t eligible.
  • Reduced fees aren't available for special programs that are self-sustaining. View a list of self-sustaining programs.
  • For CWI employees only, the benefit is limited to 25 CWI employees per semester.

Specialty programs ineligible for tuition and fee waivers

The following special programs are self-sustaining and therefore are not eligible for staff, staff spouse or dependent tuition/fee waivers:

  • Doctorate of athletic training (D.A.T.)
  • Master of athletic training (M.S.A.T.)
  • Independent study in Idaho (ISI)
  • McCall outdoor science school certificate (MOSS)
  • WWAMI medical program
  • Professional development courses
  • Bachelor of business administration (B.B.A.) — online program only
  • Master of public administration (M.P.A.) — online program only
  • Master of business administration (M.B.A.) — online program only
  • Master of natural resources (M.N.R.) — MOSS environmental education and science communication

Applying for tuition and fee waivers

Tuition Waiver forms for University of Idaho employees and their eligible spouses/dependents are now available online.

  • You must be registered for the selected term before submitting the form. The form will automatically populate with your personal and registration details, which cannot be edited.
  • Forms are processed once per term. If your registration changes, you’ll need to submit a new form to adjust your fees.
  • Paper forms will only be accepted for eligible non-employee applicants and their spouses/dependents.

If you have questions, contact the Student Accounts/Cashier’s Office at acctrec@uidaho.edu.

Staff Registration Permit

Fill out the Staff Registration Waiver online

  • The online form MUST be initiated by the student (staff member) and will auto-fill with your name and supervisor information.
  • Once the online form is submitted, it will automatically be routed to your supervisor for approval. Your supervisor will determine if the form needs a second approver and will provide this information in the form, before approving it.

If you are eligible to use the Staff Registration Permit, but you are not a U of I employee, access the old Staff Registration Waiver paper form.

Staff Spouse Registration Permit

Fill out the Staff Spouse Registration Permit online

  • The online form MUST be initiated by the student (spouse) and will auto-fill with your name; your spouse’s information will auto-fill after you enter their Vandal ID.
  • Once the online form is submitted, it will automatically be routed to your spouse for approval. Your spouse will need to answer a few questions before approving it.

If you are eligible to use the Staff Spouse Registration Permit (student), but your spouse (staff) is not a U of I employee, access the old Staff Spouse Registration Permit paper form.

Employee Dependent Tuition Fee Reduction Form

Fill out the Employee Dependent Tuition Fee Reduction Form online

  • The online form MUST be initiated by the student (dependent) and will auto-fill with your name and parent’s/legal guardian’s information when you enter their Vandal ID.
  • Once the online form is submitted, it will automatically be routed to your parent for approval. Your parent will need to answer a few questions before approving it.

If you are eligible to use the Employee Dependent Tuition Fee Reduction Form, but your parent/legal guardian is not a U of I employee, access the old Employee Dependent Tuition Fee Reduction Form paper form here.

Employees of Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and College of Western Idaho

To apply, the BSU, ISU, LCSC or CWI HR Department fills out a reciprocal waiver indicating the student is a BSU, ISU, LCSC or CWI employee and submits the waiver to U of I Student Accounts office each semester, prior to the beginning of classes.

Contact Student Accounts for additional information.