Boise State University
Boise State University is located in the state of Idaho in the north of the USA.
- Country
- USA
- City
- Boise
- Agreement
- Exchange
- Type
- Studies
About the partner institution
The university has approximately 25,500 students and offers education in most fields. They have more than 250 student clubs, and the sports club "Broncos" is the university's pride.
Boise has approx. 225,000 inhabitants and the city is known for its outdoor opportunities. It is also known for scoring high on living standards, innovation, health and music. The city is also known for being a cycling city, and it's easy to get around.
The Boise College of Business and Economics (COBE) is AACSB accredited.
Available places
- Tuition free: 1-2 places per year
Requirements
You must be registered as a student at UiA and have completed a minimum of 60 credits before you go on exchange.
In the description of your study programme, you will find more information about other possible requirements for applying for an exchange.
Credits and courses
UiA students must take 15 credits at bachelor's level and 12 credits at master's level in the USA.
The academic year
August - December
January - May
Tuition fees and scholarships
We have an exchange agreement with BSU which means that we have a certain number of free places (you don't have to pay school/tuition fees)
Accommodation
Boise State University has several types of student housing, ranging from double rooms in dorms to apartments. The price varies and starts at approximately USD 550 a month. Some of the residences require students to purchase a 'meal plan'.
Please note! It is important to apply for housing as soon as you have been admitted - apply early!
Additional information
You will find a lot of useful information about being an international student at Boise State University here.
All international students are required to purchase health insurance through Boise University. This costs USD 720 for the autumn semester and USD 990 for the autumn and spring semesters (2023/24).
You must also pay an 'application fee' of USD 85 when you apply for admission. In addition, you must expect to pay certain other fees that cover e.g. fitness centre and bus tickets.
Some universities also require that foreign students can document that they have certain vaccines.
How to apply
Application deadlines:
- 10 February for exchange in the autumn semester or full year exchange
- 10 September for exchange in the spring semester