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The victory cannot be withheld from thee… So all bear down for Idaho… Come on old Vandals, go! J.M. O’Donnell, from the University of Idaho Fight Song
Fast Facts Colors:
Location:
UI is one of only 72 landgrant research universities in the U.S.
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Students from
Entering freshman academic profile:
Moscow, ID
50
states and
3.4 Average ACT Composite 24 Average SAT: Math 530 Critical Reading 530 Average high school GPA
Founded:
1889 80
countries.
Total enrollment:
12,000+
Prepare for
brave, bold
Beautiful country, beautiful seasons
adventure at
UI
Nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Palouse in Moscow, the University of Idaho experiences four beautiful, distinct seasons — each with its own activities.
Going to college is an adventure on which you can discover who you are and who you want to be. We invite you to enjoy the journey at the University of Idaho.
What’s life like as a UI student? If you’re on our Moscow, Idaho, campus, you’re in a place that Lumosity called one of “America’s Smartest Cities,” packed with opportunities in engineering, the arts, sciences, education, business and more. And with locations across the state, we’ve got you covered in Coeur d’Alene, Boise, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls and beyond.
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Division I athletic teams
Majors:
UI is Idaho’s only “higher research facility,” according to the Carnegie Foundation
The University of Idaho is where students get to go beyond the simple acquisition of knowledge and explore how to construct the future... contributing their own emerging expertise while growing as thinkers and problem solvers. ~Chuck Staben President
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
$84,800
85 Undergraduate 62 Master’s spends $100m annually on 31 Doctoral UIresearch, most among Idaho’s schools
median salary for UI graduates in mid-career
Mascot:
Joe Vandal
200+
student clubs and organizations
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UI is ranked the highest in Idaho for graduation rate and average graduate salary, and offers the lowest tuition costs.
Discover your major with
Degree Finder! Use your interests and career goals to search degree programs or browse alphabetically. Then click “Request Info” and you’re on your way to the perfect degree program!
UI Computer Science Assistant Professor Jia Song competed in the Cyber Grand Challenge, a cybersecurity competition sponsored by the Pentagon.
UI’s Polymorphic Game Studio, an interdisciplinary team of faculty and students, is working to build better games by integrating evolutionary principles into the design process.
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The School of Music is a closeknit community of performers, teachers, composers and scholars. The college’s top annual event, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, is a National Medal of the Arts award winner that has gained international acclaim.
Match your academic interests and passions with an ideal program of study. Choose from a wide range of majors — 85 undergraduate, 62 master’s and 31 doctoral, including the state’s premier law program and 2 specialist majors. Use our awardwinning degree and career finder interactive online tool to discover the best fit for you.
www.uidaho.edu/degree-finder
Majors * also available as a minor Advertising* Agricultural Economics Agricultural Education Agricultural Science, Communication and Leadership Agricultural Systems Management* Animal and Veterinary Science Anthropology* Apparel, Textiles and Design Architecture* Art* Biochemistry* Biology* Broadcasting and Digital Media* Business Accounting* Economics* Finance Information Systems Management and Human Resources Marketing* PGA Golf Management Option Operations Management Career and Technical Education Chemistry* Child, Family and Consumer Studies Computer Science* Criminology (Sociology)
Dance* Dietetics (Food and Nutrition) Early Childhood Development and Education Ecology and Conservation Biology Elementary Education Engineering Biological Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Materials Science and Engineering* Mechanical Engineering* English* Environmental Science Exercise Science and Health Fire Ecology and Management* Fishery Resources* Food and Nutrition Forensics (Chemistry) Food Science* Forest Operations* Forest Resources* French* General Studies Geography Geological Sciences History* Industrial Technology Interior Design* International Studies*
Colleges Agricultural and Life Sciences Art and Architecture Business and Economics Education Engineering Law Letters, Arts and Social Sciences Natural Resources Science
Journalism* Landscape Architecture* Latin-American Studies Mathematics* Microbiology* Modern Languages Business Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Music* Music: Business Music: Composition Music: Performance Music Education Natural Resource Conservation Organizational Sciences Philosophy* Physical Education Physics* Political Science* Psychology* Public Relations* Rangeland Ecology and Management* Recreation Renewable Materials* Secondary Education Sociology* Spanish* Studio Art and Design Sustainable Crop and Landscape Systems Sustainable Food Systems Virtual Technology and Design Wildlife Resources*
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Living in
Moscow, Idaho Moscow Campus is centrally located in the heart of Moscow, Idaho. Moscow’s historic downtown features several dining, shopping and entertainment options all within an easy walk from campus. There are also movie theaters, malls and numerous parks. Art galleries, specialty stores, coffee shops and restaurants line the streets.
Surrounding Area Just minutes from campus you’ll find beautiful forests, rivers and lakes of northern Idaho. The University of Idaho is surrounded by the rolling Palouse hills on one side and forests and mountains to the east. It’s an area so beautiful it was featured in National Geographic Magazine. We're ranked in the top 30 in the nation as a "great university to hit the books and backcountry" by Outside magazine. Living and learning in Moscow will put you just minutes from opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, whitewater rafting, biking, climbing, camping and more. For a taste of the city, Spokane, Washington, and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, are just an hour and a half drive from Moscow. 6
Moscow is ranked top 8 in the nation for Best College Towns by livability.com.
Living on
Campus Living on campus puts you right at the center of student life. You’ll meet new friends and grow as a person. Walk to your classes, enjoy our famous recreation center, get involved in student organizations and more. At the University of Idaho, you can engage in the adventure of a lifetime!
International Student clubs
Residence Hall Life Choose from living complexes that have 28 themed halls. Options include centrally located Wallace Complex and Theophilus Tower, academically and socially themed Living Learning Communities and many other choices.
Get Involved The Department of Student Involvement connects you to new friends and opportunities for leadership in student government, socializing and learning, volunteerism and social action. There are options for every interest: professional, cultural, artistic, athletic or just plain fun!
Intramural Sports and Clubs Participate in intercollegiate competition against other clubs in the region.
n African Student Association n Chinese Student and Scholars Friendship Association n Indian Students Association n International Affairs Club n Iranian Students Club n Japanese Student Association n Nepali Students Association n Sabor De La Raza n Brazilian Student Association n Saudi Student Club n South Korean Students Association
For more information on Intramural Sports and Clubs, visit uidaho. edu/current-students/ campus-recreation
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First Year Undergraduate Students
How Do I Apply? uidaho.edu/apply
Here are the Steps to Apply
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Select your major.
Make sure your academic performance and test scores meet the minimum admission requirements for first-year students.
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Complete the international application for admission and provide all required materials: n $70 application fee n Proof of English proficiency
Academic Requirements A 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale is required from secondary school. Students must meet criteria for admission to university-level study in their home country.
International Student Language Requirements Meeting any ONE of the following scores is acceptable as proof of English competency for students whom English is not their primary language. TEST
SCORE
TOEFL
525 PBT/70 iBT
IELTS
6.0
Pearson (PTE) Academic
48
ELS Language Centers
Pass Level 112
Cambridge CAE
pass
Cambridge CPE
pass
Cambridge Int’l “O” Levels
pass
MELAB
74
SAT - Critical Reading
500
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing (taken after March 2016)
550
Students who do not meet our language requirements may be offered Conditional Admission and must enroll in our American Language and Culture Program (ALCP).
Accepted Credit n International Baccalaureate Credit n General Certificate of Education (A-Levels) n Global Assessment Certificate n AP and CLEP Credit
n Official transcripts from high
school or colleges attended n Financial documents
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Receive acceptance and I-20. Apply for student visa at US Embassy or Consulate. Pay enrollment deposit. Reserve housing. Contact academic advisor and register for classes. Complete Pre-Arrival checklist for New International Student Orientation.
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Arrive on campus for New International Student Orientation.
Application questions?
international@uidaho.edu
Application Deadlines Fall Semester: May 1 Spring Semester: October 1
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Transfer Students “ My favorite thing about UI is the green and beautiful campus that is located in a small and friendly town. I always tell new students that you might experience some culture shock your first time coming to a university in the U.S. The best thing to do is to be yourself, speak up, make friends at orientation and make the best experience of college. Moscow is a great town, and everyone is very friendly and helpful. Lastly, never be afraid to ask a question, because that’s the key to be successful in college.” ~Nurainy Darono, Indonesia Green River Community College, Seattle
How to Officially Transfer Your Credits
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Submit an application for admission, a $70 application fee and official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended to the Office of Admissions.
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If you transfer at least 14 semester credits or 21 quarter credits, high school transcripts and test scores are not required. You must have a cumulative transfer GPA of at least 2.0 to be considered for admission at Idaho. Engineering programs require a 2.8 GPA.
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Transferring from a US college/ university: Our Registrar’s Office will evaluate all coursework from schools located within the United States. Transferring from an international college/university: A professional credit evaluation will be required for all credit being transferred from a college or university located outside the USA. Please bring all course descriptions and syllabi for classes that you would like transfered into UI.
www.uidaho.edu/transfer-idaho
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ALL undergraduate majors offer Conditional Admission!
American Language and Culture Program Intensive English on Campus The mission of the American Language and Culture Program (ALCP) is to provide non-native speakers of English with the linguistic, academic, social, and cultural skills necessary to successfully navigate university environments in the United States. The ALCP promotes internationalization at the University of Idaho and encourages respect for linguistic and cultural diversity on the campus and in the community.
Highlights n n n n n n n
Competitive tuition rates Small student centered classes Conditional Admission Safe and friendly community Highly qualified staff and teachers TOEFL waiver for ALCP graduates Concurrent enrollment
Cultural Activities Rafting, Cooking, Hiking, Trips to Seattle and Spokane, Baseball and Football games, Soccer Tournament, Concerts, Conversation Partners, Friendship Families and more!
“ I chose the University of Idaho because it is has a good quality education but with affordable tuition. Plus, the various campus activities provide a lot of chances for international students to explore American culture. Also, I like to live in a small town, which is quiet and good for a studious life.� ~Xinran Ye, China
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2017 Session Dates Spring 1: Spring 2: Summer: Fall 1: Fall 2:
January 11 – March 10 March 20 – May 12 May 22 – July 14 August 21 – October 13 October 16 – December 15
Costs per 8-Week Session Prices are estimates and are subject to change.
ALCP Tuition
$2,560
Registration/Program Fees
$175
Course Work in Each Level
Room & Board
$1,926
Levels 1-3
Books and supplies
$275
Personal Expenses (Estimated)
$409
Required Health Insurance
$550
Total Estimated Cost
$5,895
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Listening & Speaking Reading & Composition Grammar Academic Skills Electives: Extra Skill Support
Levels 4-6 n n n n
Listening & Speaking Reading & Composition Academic Writing & Research Electives: Extra Skill Support
18-24 hours of instruction each week!
www.uidaho.edu/international/alcp
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Paying for University Priority scholarship deadline: February 1, 2017
Academic Merit Scholarship Program Discover Idaho International! The Discover Idaho International! program recognizes our international students with academic merit scholarships. Award notifications will be sent starting in early December. NO ADDITIONAL APPLICATION IS NECESSARY!
Guaranteed Funding Levels CATEGORY
ACCREDITED HIGH SCHOOL GPA
LEVEL OF FUNDING
Gold Level
3.9-4.0
$8,000 per year ($32,000 four year value)
Silver Level
3.75 - 3.89
$6,000 per year ($24,000 four-year value)
Additional Scholarships Up to $3,500 in additional scholarships may be awarded to outstanding students. Please make sure that your application is complete by February 1, 2017, in order to be eligible for these additional scholarships.
Working on Campus International students on an F-1 Visa are allowed to work on campus for 20 hours a week. Many of our students work in offices, labs, student housing, dining services, athletics and the performance venues on campus. Working on campus is a great way to meet American students, learn more about American culture and make some extra money!
Moscow has a very low cost of living!
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The University of Idaho is ranked in the top 11% out of 1,500 fouryear universities in the nation by Time’s Money publication.
What Will it Cost?
A University of Idaho education is an exceptional value.
Non-Idaho Residents 2016-2017 Estimated Costs UNDERGRADUATE
NON-IDAHO RESIDENTS
Full-time Student Fees/Tuition
$22,440
Room and Board
$8,354
Books and Supplies
$1,214
Personal Expenses
$1,740
Required Insurance
$2,100
Base Costs
$35,848
Investing in Your Education The University of Idaho offers more than $25 million in scholarship awards annually, making an Idaho education possible for many students. Costs of attendance available at
uidaho.edu/uicost  
Senior Timeline September Explore majors and learn more about UI. Start your application.
December
February
UI begins to award Discover Idaho International merit scholarships to qualified students.
Complete application by February 1 for maximum scholarships and priority admission.
May 1 Priority date for students to confirm their enrollment. Send all final transcripts to the Admissions Office
2017 2016 October - November
January
March - April
June-July
Get admitted early and reserve your spot in Residence Halls.
Keep studying hard!
Final scholarship awards are sent.
Prepare to arrive at UI in August. Complete the Online Orientation so you are ready!
Schedule your TOEFL or IELTS test.
Accept scholarship awards on VandalWeb. Submit financial documents and receive I-20. Schedule Visa Interview.
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Graduate Students
uidaho.edu/graduateadmissions
Academic Requirements A 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale is required. All Graduate School applicants must possess the equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor degree.
Minimum Language Requirements Students must complete one of the following. All tests must have been taken within 2 years of the semester you are applying. TEST
SCORE
TOEFL
550 PBT/79 iBT
IELTS
6.5
MELAB
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U.S. Education
Earned degree at accredited institution OR successful completion of upper-level college English composition courses (at the discretion of the Graduate Admissions Office)
Steps to Apply the Admission Requirements at 1 Check www.uidaho.edu/graduateadmissions.
2 Complete an online application. 3 Pay the application fee. the required supporting 4 Submit documents. the status of your application 5 Check online.
Upon Acceptance
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Apply for student visa at U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
2 Reserve housing. academic advisor and register 3 Contact for classes. Pre-Arrival checklist for 4 Complete International Student Orientation. on campus for New 5 Arrive International Student Orientation. Application questions?
graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu
Transcripts Required: Official transcripts (academic credentials) of all post-secondary education. Check the Country Specific directions on the Graduate Admissions website. www.uidaho.edu/graduateadmissions
Priority Application Deadlines Fall/Summer Semesters: February 1 Spring Semester: September 1
Application Supporting Documents n Resume/Curriculum Vitae n Statement of Career Objectives n Three (3) letters of recommendation n Official Test Scores
Other Requirements n Departmental Requirements: Check the Departmental Requirements on the Graduate Admissions website. www.uidaho.edu/graduateadmissions
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2016 - 17 Estimated Costs GRADUATE
NON-IDAHO RESIDENTS
Full-time Student Fees/Tuition
$23,738
Room and Board
$10,018
Books and Supplies
$1,448
Personal Expenses
$2,986
Required Insurance
$2,100
Total Costs
$40,056
Match your academic interests and passions with an ideal program of study. Choose from nearly 100 master’s, doctoral, and specialist degree programs. Use our award-winning degree and career finder interactive online tool to discover the best fit for you. www.uidaho.edu/degree-finder
Colleges Agricultural and Life Sciences Art and Architecture Business and Economics Education Engineering Graduate Studies Law Letters, Arts and Social Sciences Natural Resources Science
Programs Offered Accountancy (M. Acct.) Adult, Organizational Learning & Leadership (M.S., Ed.S., Ph.D.)* Agriculture Education (M.S.) Animal Physiology (Ph.D.) Animal Science (M.S.) Anthropology (M.A.) Applied Economics (M.S.)* Architecture (M. Arch.) Art (M.F.A., M.A.T.) Athletic Training (M.S.A.T., D.A.T.) Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (M.S., Ph.D.)* Biological & Agricultural Engineering (M. Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Biology (M.S., Ph.D.) Bioregional Planning and Community Design (M.S.)* Chemical Engineering (M.S., M.Engr., Ph.D.)* Chemistry (M.S., Ph.D.) Civil Engineering (M. Engr., M.S., Ph.D.) Computer Engineering (M.S.)* Computer Science (M.S., Ph.D.)* Creative Writing (M.F.A.) Curriculum and Instruction (M.Ed, Ph.D.)* Education (Ed.D., Ph.D.) Educational Leadership (M.Ed., Ed.S., Ph.D)* Electrical Engineering (M.S., M.Engr., Ph.D.)* English (M.A.T.)* Entomology (M.S., Ph.D.)* Environmental Engineering (M.S., M.Engr.)* Environmental Science (M.S., Ph.D.)* Exercise Science (Ph.D.)* Experimental Psychology Ph.D. Family & Consumer Sciences (M. S.) Food Science & Toxicology (M.S., Ph.D.)* Geography (M.S., Ph.D.) Geological Engineering (M.S.) Geology (M.S., Ph.D.) History (M.A., Ph.D.)*
Hydrology (M.S.) Integrated Architecture and Design (M.S.) Interdisciplinary Studies (M.A., M.S.)* Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) Materials Science and Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Mathematics (M.A.T., M.S., Ph.D.) Mechanical Engineering (M.S., M.Engr., Ph.D.)* Metallurgical Engineering (M.S.), Metallurgy (M.S.) Microbiology, Molecular Biology & Biochemistry (M.S., Ph.D.) Movement & Leisure Sciences (M.S.) Music (M.A., M. Mus.) Natural Resources (MNR, M.S., PSM, Ph.D.) Natural Resources and Environmental Science (P.S.M.) Neuroscience (M.S., Ph.D.)* Nuclear Engineering (M.S., M.Engr., Ph.D.)* Philosophy (M.A.) Physical Education (M. Ed.) Physics (M.S., Ph.D.) Plant Sciences (M.S., Ph.D.)* Political Science (M.A., Ph.D.)* Psychology (M.S.)* Professional Practices Doctorate (Ed.D.)* Professional–Technical and Technology Education (Ph.D.)* Public Administration (M.P.A.)* Rehabilitation Counseling and Human Services (M.Ed.) Soil and Land Resources (M.S., Ph.D.)* Special Education (M.Ed., Ph.D.)* Sport Pedagogy and Character Education (Ph.D.)* Statistical Science (M.S.) Teaching English as a Second Language (M.A.) Technology Management (M.S.) Theatre Arts (M.F.A.)* Water Resources (M.S., Ph.D.)
Admission Decision The decision of admission depends on the program of study and can take two weeks to several months, depending on the time of year and availability of committee members.
Financial Support All graduate level funding in the form of assistantships/scholarships are at the departmental level. Some departments offer Teaching Assistantships (TA) or Research Assistantships (RA). All out-ofstate fees are waived for students receiving an RA or TA. Completed applications will be reviewed for acceptance to the graduate program as well as departmental funding. Acceptance to a graduate program does not guarantee financial support. Students may be considered for other aid from the department. Please contact your academic department for more information.
Contact
Graduate Admissions Office E-mail: graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu Phone: (208) 885-4001 Fax: (208) 885-4406 875 Perimeter Drive MS 3019 Moscow, ID 83844-3019
graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu
Programs in BOLD offer Conditional Admission Programs with an asterisk (*) require a GRE
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Students choose UI for its:
University of Idaho
n Unique student
experience
IDAHO
n Outstanding
academics
n Competitive
scholarships
n Safe and friendly
community
n Access to great
internships
n Availability of a wide
International Programs Office international@uidaho.edu 1-88-88-UIDAHO (toll free) (208) 885-8984
www.uidaho.edu/internationalstudents
PACIFIC OCEAN
variety of classes