The average community college acceptance rate in Idaho is approximately 98% per year (2025-26).
The most selective college in Idaho is currently Carrington College-Boise, with an acceptance rate of 96%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 96%
100%
Avg. Acceptance Rate: 98%
Most Selective Community Colleges in Idaho (2025-26)
College
Acceptance Rate
Location
Rank: #11.
Carrington College-Boise
Private for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 96%
1122 N. Liberty St.
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-8080
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-8080
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Private not-for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 97%
525 S Center
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
College of Western Idaho
Public
Acceptance Rate: 97%
5500 East Opportunity Drive
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 562-3000
Nampa, ID 83687
(208) 562-3000
Rank: #44.
Acceptance Rate: 100%
315 Falls Ave.
Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208) 733-9554
Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208) 733-9554
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Idaho average community college acceptance rate?
The Idaho average community college acceptance rate is 98% for 2025-26.
What are the most selective community college in Idaho?
The most selective community college in Idaho include Carrington College-Boise, Brigham Young University-Idaho and College of Western Idaho.
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