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Are you brave and bold?

University of Idaho is a public, land-grant university with more than 12,000 students in over 200 majors from associates to doctoral level. Nestled in Moscow on the Palouse in North Idaho, U of I is consistently ranked as the most beautiful college in Idaho.

You’ll find countless ways to get involved, from living on campus and joining any of the over 300 student organizations to attending events or volunteering in the community. Explore unmatched opportunities at one of the highest-ranked and best value universities in the nation.

Reach new heights. Find new limits. Go to the brink of what’s known and unknown. The world needs your voice, your ideas, your perspective.

Theatre Arts Department
The Department of Theatre Arts at University of Idaho is vibrant, diverse, and committed to providing the Northwest’s most affordable and competitive undergraduate and graduate training in acting, directing, dramatic writing, design, and technology. You’ll learn through hands-on production experience while working alongside faculty and peers in a collaborative environment. Students also have access to opportunities like the Rex Rabold Fellowship through our affiliation with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

Lionel Hampton School of Music
The Lionel Hampton School of Music is a close-knit community of performers, teachers, composers, and scholars who interact closely with dedicated and talented students. You’ll learn by performing, listening, analyzing, and creating music in our musically comprehensive and nationally competitive music school. Together, faculty and students create an atmosphere of professional awareness, mutual support, collaboration and outreach to advance the art of music through hundreds of concerts and recitals each year.

University of Idaho is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music.

ACCOLADES

	Named among The Best 391 Colleges \| The Princeton Review, 2026
	Moscow named "One of the Best College Towns in America" \| WalletHub
	Top 10 Best Value Public University Nationwide \| U.S. News & World Report, 2026

University of Idaho Fast Facts

• Founded: 1889
• Location: Moscow, Idaho, with educational centers in Boise, Coeur d’Alene, and Idaho Falls; nine Research and Extension Centers; and Extension offices in 42 counties
• Total enrollment: 12,286 students
• Student demographic: From every US state and 73 countries
• Undergraduate majors: 93
• Student-faculty ratio: 18:1
• Research: Over $136M million annually (classified by Carnegie Foundation as higher research activity)
• Notable programs: Nationally acclaimed Honors Program
• Nickname: Vandals
• Mascot: Joe Vandal
• Colors: Silver and Gold
• Entering freshman academic profile:
- Average high school GPA: 3.4
- Average ACT composite: 23
- Average SAT combined: 1114
- 51% men and 49% women
- 28% first generation
- 7% international

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