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The College Of Idaho is in a small suburb, in Caldwell, ID. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at The College Of Idaho earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at The College Of Idaho include science, mathematics, music, drama and performing arts, fine arts, therapy and counseling, nutrition and exercise therapy, and liberal arts.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 470 to 623 for students at The College Of Idaho. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 490 and 630.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at The College Of Idaho are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 840 students (851 full-time equivalent).
Many students at The College Of Idaho are part-timers. The school is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at The College Of Idaho belong to the Cascade Collegiate Conference for major sports. Student athletes can receive financial aid in some cases.
More complete details are provided below.
The College Of Idaho
2112 Cleveland Blvd
Caldwell, ID 83605-4432
General Phone: (208) 459-5011
http://www.collegeofidaho.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 38 | history, political science, social studies, interdisciplinary studies, creative writing, international relations, English, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 23 | biology, chemistry |
| Therapy and Counseling | 22 | psychology |
| Education and Teaching | 17 | teacher ed, physical education teaching |
| Business and Management | 17 | business management, accounting |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 8 | environmental studies |
| Mathematics | 8 | applied mathematics, mathematics |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 5 | exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 4 | health service and sciences |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 3 | pre-nursing |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
| Fine Arts | 2 | fine arts |
| Engineering | 1 | various engineering courses |
| Religion and Philosophy | 1 | religion |
| Medicine | 1 | medical preparatory |
Number of programs and degrees for The College Of Idaho in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 146 | 28 |
| Master's degree | 11 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, The College Of Idaho had a total enrollment of 840 students (851 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 45% |
| 20-21 | 38% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Idaho | 66% |
| Oregon | 7% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| California | 5% |
| Washington | 4% |
| Nevada | 3% |
| Alaska | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The College Of Idaho offers campus housing for 591 of its 851 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Caldwell, Idaho for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Idaho Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 14 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,492 | 849 | 57% | 274 | 32% |
| Men | 607 | 331 | 55% | 112 | 34% |
| Women | 885 | 518 | 59% | 162 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 623 |
| SAT Math | 490 | 630 |
| SAT Writing | 460 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 34% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 65% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,025 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,025 |
| Room and board | $ 6,701 |
| Room charge | $ 3,070 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,631 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,250 |
Financial Aid:
The College Of Idaho participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 161700)
The College Of Idaho has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 27 | 16 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 2 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 12 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 18 | $56,637 | 7 | $57,309 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $48,918 | 9 | $48,857 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $41,444 | 5 | $43,709 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $30,968 | 9 | $32,006 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 3 | $49,957 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 41 | $49,488 | 30 | $44,916 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Cascade Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 88 | 99 | 187 |
| Basketball | 14 | 12 | 26 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| Track | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| All Other Sports | 44 | 84 | 128 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Pre-Nursing Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The College Of Idaho Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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