Idaho State University

Idaho’s four-year schools agree on ‘momentous’ tuition freeze

The one-year freeze affects in-state, undergraduate students at Boise State University, the University of Idaho, Idaho State University and Lewis-Clark State College. To balance the books, the four institutions will have to whittle millions of dollars out of their budgets.

Idaho universities post enrollment increases

The overall numbers are up at all three of the state’s four-year universities, and Boise State University’s enrollment set another record.

Statehouse roundup, 1.22.19: Idaho’s new presidents have their day before JFAC

Tuesday was the second day of “Education Week” in JFAC, with budget sessions focused on K-12 and higher education.

Idaho State athletic director placed on administrative leave

Jeff Tingey will continue to receive his $150,467-a-year salary through June, the Idaho State Journal reported.

ISU seeks to expand on-campus dual-credit offerings

ISU launched the dual-credit program in the fall of 2017, opening classes to 12 high school students. By the spring of 2018, 32 students took part.

ISU will cut tuition costs for American Indian students

Under the pilot plan, American Indian students will be able to attend classes for $60 per credit — about an 80 percent discount.

Comparing the contracts of Idaho presidents

On top of their salaries — which rank among the highest in state government — presidents also get perks that include country club memberships.

State Board to interview ISU, Lewis-Clark finalists in April

The State Board of Education is looking at three looming presidents’ vacancies, at Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and Boise State University.

ISU downplays competition from new community college

In an interview with the Idaho State Journal, ISU President Arthur Vailas instead touts the potential to partner with the fledgling College of Eastern Idaho.

Vailas voices support for higher ed ‘CEO’

“Higher education, whether we like it or not, has to evolve as a business,” the retiring Idaho State University president told the Senate Education Committee Wednesday afternoon.