The West is Ours
We plan to keep it that way. For four years running, the University of Idaho is the Best Value Public University in the West — nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report.
The Best Value rankings compare overall quality of the institution related to its price and any scholarships, grants or discounts given.
Innovative work for Idaho — and the world
Impactful solutions start here. Vandals drive change and develop areas of study. We don't just accept what's possible, we define and achieve what could be. We explore new pathways for success that extend well beyond the borders of Idaho. The Brave and Bold have impacts in our communities, our nation and the world.
Emboldening Stroke Therapy
Creating New Disciplines
Top 7%
U of I ranks in the top 7% of all 4-Year Universities when compared on the national stage.
- U.S. News and World Report, National Center for Education Statistics
Designed to support discovery
Integrated Research and Innovation Center broke from tradition, merging high-end labs, offices and student spaces to create an interdepartmental hub for collaboration and learning.
LEED Gold Certified
AIA Honor Award, 2017
Breaking Ground with FALCON
Accelerating research and increasing opportunities for partnerships, the Falcon supercomputer is utilized by faculty and students alike. From measuring gravitational waves generated by black holes to training and inspiring the future energy workforce, we use our expertise in computer modeling of complex problems for the good of all.
Charting a future for mass-timber
The ICCU Arena showcases America’s first long-span mass timber elements, and an innovative design made possible through our deep collaboration with Idaho’s timber industry.
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Recognized for vision and excellence in wood architecture - 2021-2022 Canadian Wood Council Award for Commercial Building and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative - Sponsorship Award by Wood Design & Building
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2022 AIA Oregon Design Award - Merit
Leading innovation in teaching
U of I’s Doceo Center researches technology and promotes integration into Idaho’s classrooms. Established a decade ago, its sole purpose is to provide cutting edge training and technology integration resources to educators.
Top 9%
U of I ranks in the top 9% nationally as a Top Performer on Social Mobility.
Ranking for US News
- National Universities #185
- Top Public Schools - National Universities #101
- Best Value - National Universities #23
- Social Mobility - National Universities #134
- Best Undergraduate Business #164
- Best Undergraduate Computer Science #158
Global Rankings
- #920 in Best Global Universities (tie)
- #431 in Computer Science
- #705 in Engineering (tie)
- #351 in Environment/Ecology (tie)
- #347 in Geosciences
- #282 in Plant and Animal Science
Our Potential is Limitless
We brave uncertainty and embrace our ability to find a new way. It's what Idahoans do — what Idaho does. In fall of 2022, the University of Idaho welcomed the LARGEST CLASS IN RECORDED HISTORY.
Overall student enrollment at the University of Idaho for the fall 2022 is 11,507 students, up from fall 2021 enrollment of 11,303 students. The increase is in several categories: first-year students, first-year law, and overall undergraduate.
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17.8%
OVERALL
first-year student undergrad -
15.3%
Increase in overall non-resident undergraduate enrollment -
35%
Increase in WUE -
65.3%
Increase in international undergraduate enrollment
INNOVATION COMES STANDARD
From our groundbreaking research that breaks from tradition to vigorous coursework that challenges the status quo, it’s clear — Idaho is different.
Innovating Natural Solutions
Helping Communities Thrive
Leading Industry Changes
Exploring Mars On Earth
Graduate School Rankings
- Best Education Schools #58
- Best Engineering Schools (#183 - 202) for Biological / Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical / Electronic / Communications Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Nuclear Engineering
- Best in Law Schools #141 and #61 in Environmental Law (tie)
- Best Fine Arts Programs #171 (tie)
- #100 in Biological Sciences (tie)
- #161 in Chemistry (tie)
- #171 in Computer Science (tie)
- #83 in Earth Sciences (tie)
- #173 in Mathematics (tie)
- #136 in Physics (tie)
- #46 in Rehabilitation Counseling (tie)