The average community college acceptance rate in Idaho is approximately 97% per year (2026-27).
The most selective college in Idaho is currently Brigham Young University-Idaho and Carrington College-Boise, each with an acceptance rate of 96%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 96%
100%
Avg. Acceptance Rate: 97%
Most Selective Community Colleges in Idaho (2026-27)
College
Acceptance Rate
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Private not-for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 96%
525 S Center
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Carrington College-Boise
Private for-profit
Acceptance Rate: 96%
1299 North Orchard Street
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 377-8080
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 377-8080
Rank: #33.
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.
College of Southern Idaho ![College of Southern Idaho Photo - The College of Southern Idaho is located in Twin Falls, Idaho, and has been serving students since 1965.]( "College of Southern Idaho Photo - The College of Southern Idaho is located in Twin Falls, Idaho, and has been serving students since 1965.")
Public
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 97% for 2026-27.
What are the most selective community college in Idaho?
The most selective community college in Idaho include Brigham Young University-Idaho, Carrington College-Boise and College of Western Idaho.
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