The College of Idaho

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The College of Idaho Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of The College of Idaho's admissions stats.

The College of Idaho 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Waitlist	No

The College of Idaho Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The College of Idaho.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	December 21

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Considering Applying Early to The College of Idaho?

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The College of Idaho does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. The College of Idaho will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 21.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The College of Idaho Admissions

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Is The College of Idaho Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into The College of Idaho. The College of Idaho evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, The College of Idaho accepted 56% of students, about 1,950 of the 3,464 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like The College of Idaho, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to The College of Idaho

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The College of Idaho

The College of Idaho has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The College of Idaho Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The College of Idaho

Wondering what factors are considered by The College of Idaho during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with The College of Idaho for more information on admission factors.

The College of Idaho 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The College of Idaho, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with The College of Idaho's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Other Requirements		√		class rank, extracurricular resumé
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The College of Idaho?

The College of Idaho has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The College of Idaho looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

The College of Idaho is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

What is a Good SAT Score for The College of Idaho?

What is a Good ACT Score for The College of Idaho?

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More Information on Transferring to The College of Idaho

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to The College of Idaho. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in The College of Idaho during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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The College of Idaho Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The College of Idaho?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The College of Idaho.

Does The College of Idaho accept transfer credits?

✅ The College of Idaho accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does The College of Idaho accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The College of Idaho accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The College of Idaho?

❌ No, The College of Idaho is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is The College of Idaho's acceptance rate?

✅ The College of Idaho's acceptance rate is 56%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The College of Idaho?

❌ The College of Idaho does not offer early decision.

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