- The College of Southern Idaho's mission is to provide quality educational, social, cultural, economic, and workforce development opportunities that meet the diverse needs of the communities it serves. The college offers more than 110 completion options within over 80 associate degree and certificate programs, serving students in both career-technical and transfer education. Additionally, CSI provides basic skills, workforce training, economic development, and enrichment programs to its students and community members.
School Highlights
College of Southern Idaho serves 10,176 students (19% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 10,176 students
- In-state tuition: $4,560
- Out-state tuition: $6,840
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 31%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
College of Southern Idaho ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 197 teachers has declined by 41% over five years.
College of Southern Idaho
(ID) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
197 staff
138 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
5
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of College of Southern Idaho has grown by 28% over five years.
The College of Southern Idaho diversity score of 0.48 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,176 students
6,766 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
52:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
1,937 students
1,135 students
# Part-Time Students
8,239 students
5,631 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
498 students
467 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,937 students
1,135 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,239 students
5,631 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
544 students
544 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
20%
17%
% Black
1%
3%
% White
69%
61%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
6%
11%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
27.04%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
31%
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,000
$30,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,560 is more than the state average of $3,634. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,840 is less than the state average of $7,627. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,560
$3,634
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,840
$7,627
Tuition Notes
In-District tuition fees: $3360
$140 Per Credit In-District
$190 Per Credit In-state
$285 Per Credit Out-of-state
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,500
$11,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
100%
96%
SAT Reading
n/a
515
SAT Math
n/a
510
ACT Composite
n/a
23
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
22
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountrySoftball
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Agriculture ClubArt Club
CSI ForensicsDelta Psi Omega
Diversity CouncilDrafting Club
Equine ClubGSA
HosteursMedical Assistants Club
Phi Theta KappaRenewable Energy Club
STEM ClubStudent Government
Vet Tech ClubVeterans Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber ChoirCSI Pep Band
Jazz EnsembleMadrigal Ensemble
Magic Valley ChoralePercussion Ensemble
Symphonic BandSymphony Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CSI Challenge CourseCSI Outdoor Recreation Center
CSI Recreation Center
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The college recognizes all individuals as having value in a democratic society. The primary purpose of the college is to assist students with varying levels of ability and diverse backgrounds in developing skills, values, and attitudes necessary for effective living. The College of Southern Idaho has off campus centers in Burley, Gooding, Hailey and Jerome. The College of Southern Idaho offers a variety of educational opportunities to the people of South Central Idaho. Eighty-five percent of the student body comes from the eight Magic Valley counties the College is charged with serving. CSI is recognized for outstanding faculty, facilities and our student-centered environment. In addition to our excellent programs, we offer many support services to help students succeed: study skills classes, tutoring, learning centers, advising, financial aid, and health services to name a few. Students can also participate in student government activities, special interest clubs, athletic teams, and fine arts productions. We take great pride in offering innovative and state-of-the-art programs while maintaining an affordable, personalized experience for our students. The College of Southern Idaho was initially accredited in 1968 and has had its accreditation continously reaffirmed since then.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does College of Southern Idaho cost?
College of Southern Idaho's tuition is approximately $4,560 for In-State students and $6,840 for Out-State students.
What schools are College of Southern Idaho often compared to?
College of Southern Idahois often viewed alongside schools like College of Western Idaho by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of College of Southern Idaho?
The acceptance rate of College of Southern Idaho is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 96%.
What sports does College of Southern Idaho offer?
College of Southern Idaho offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball and Volleyball.
What is College of Southern Idaho's ranking?
College of Southern Idaho ranks among the top 20% of community college in Idaho for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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