Boise State University is a public research university located in Boise, Idaho, United States. It was founded in 1932 as Boise Junior College and became a four-year institution in 1965. The university offers over 200 areas of study across seven colleges, including business, engineering, education, health sciences, arts and sciences, public service, and the Honors College.
Boise State University is known for its blue turf football field and has a strong athletics program. The university has an enrollment of over 25,000 students and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Boise State is classified as a doctoral research university with high research activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Why Boise State University?
- Boise State University is a premier public university in the Pacific Northwest.
- There are around 750 international students from more than 60 countries.
- International students join the International Student Association (ISA), which helps them become acquainted with American culture and life.
- Undergraduate, graduate, and research programmes in Business, Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, and other fields are available.
Boise State University Rankings
- #801-900 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
- #299-440 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2023
- #1399 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2023
Boise State University Tuition Fees
| Courses |
Duration |
Tuition Fees |
| MBA (1 Courses) |
22 month |
USD 22890 |
| Engineering (3 Courses) |
2 Year - 4 Year |
USD 21530 - USD 22890 |
| Science (1 Courses) |
2 year |
USD 22890 |
| Information Technology (IT) (3 Courses) |
2 Year - 4 Year |
USD 21084 - USD 22890 |
Boise State University Entry Requirements
| Courses |
Exam |
| Engineering |
IELTS , TOEFL |
| Information Technology (IT) |
IELTS , TOEFL |
| MBA |
IELTS , TOEFL |
| Science |
IELTS , TOEFL |
Boise State University International Student Admissions
International students who wish to attend Boise State University must submit supplementary documentation. The application process for international students is outlined here.
Application Portal: Online
Application Fees: 85 USD UG| 95 USD PG
Admission Requirements for International Students
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended by the applicant (colleges, universities, and training institutes) are required.
- All documentation must be written in English or have an official English translation.Along with the English translation, the official transcript must be submitted in its original language.
- GRE/GMAT scores.
- A photocopy of the passport page including the applicant's full name.
English Language Requirements for International Students
International students must demonstrate their English competence with TOEFL or IELTS results. The table below shows the English competence requirements for undergraduate students:
| Test |
Score |
| TOEFL (paper-based) |
520 |
| TOEFL (internet-based) |
68 |
| IELTS |
6.0 |
