Following state budget cuts, Idaho colleges & universities approve tuition hikes
Idaho's four public universities and one college have approved tuition hikes following state budget cuts, with resident undergraduate students facing annual increases of $425 at three institutions and $350 at one. The hikes aim to offset reduced state funding and support workforce-related programs.
Idaho education officials have agreed to increase tuition at Boise State University, the University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College, and Idaho State University. Resident undergraduate students at three institutions will see a $425 annual increase, while those at Lewis-Clark State College will face a $350 hike. The increases follow state funding cuts, with Boise State University citing $6.7 million in reduced funding as a primary driver for its 4.5% tuition hike. The universities have also implemented program consolidations to save money, with Boise State University merging the College of Education and the School of Public Service, and closing the College of Innovation and Design. Idaho State University eliminated 44 staff positions and saved $20 million in ongoing savings. The tuition hikes will support workforce-related programs, including engineering and healthcare.
This content was automatically generated and/or translated by AI. It may contain inaccuracies. Please refer to the original sources for verification.