Best History Schools in Idaho

Idaho has 5 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 117 recent graduates. Graduates in Idaho earn $26,662 on average within two years — 12% below the national average of $30,243. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in ID

$26,662

ID Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in Idaho

Public Schools (2)

$28,573

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (2)

$25,484

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Idaho produce comparable or higher early earnings for History graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

History Schools in Idaho, Ranked by Earnings

University of Idaho

Moscow, ID · Public

$29,685

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,912

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 79.1%

Boise State University

Boise, ID · Public

$27,461

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $25,921

Graduates: 49

Acceptance: 84.0%

Idaho State University

Pocatello, ID ·

$25,194

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,469

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: N/A

The College of Idaho

Caldwell, ID · Private

$26,933

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 47.2%

Brigham Young University-Idaho

Rexburg, ID · Private

$24,035

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $21,868

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 97.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in Idaho?

University of Idaho ranks #1 for History in Idaho with median graduate earnings of $29,685 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in Idaho?

History graduates in Idaho earn an average of $26,662 within two years of graduation. This is 12% below the national average of $30,243 for this major.

What is the hardest History school to get into in Idaho?

The College of Idaho is the most selective History program in Idaho with an acceptance rate of 47.2%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 76.8%.

Should I attend a public or private school for History in Idaho?

In Idaho, private History programs produce average earnings of $25,484 vs $28,573 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Idaho

Computer Science $76,250 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $71,315 Construction Management $66,746 Computer and Information Sciences, General $61,829 Civil Engineering $56,446 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions $50,913 Agricultural Business and Management $45,072 Finance and Financial Management Services $44,865

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.