- College of Eastern Idaho (CEI, formerly EITC) is Idaho`s newest comprehensive community college. The new College now offers associate of arts and science degrees with transferable general education credits. Another new opportunity is Early College Programs for high school students. CEI continues to be accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
School Highlights
College of Eastern Idaho serves 2,156 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 84%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,156 students
- In-state tuition: $2,496
- Out-state tuition: $8,502
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 288 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
College of Eastern Idaho
(ID) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
288 staff
334 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of College of Eastern Idaho has grown by 35% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The College of Eastern Idaho diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,156 students
3,463 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
619 students
619 students
# Part-Time Students
1,537 students
2,844 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
999 students
452 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
619 students
619 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,537 students
2,844 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
544 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
n/a
3%
% Black
17%
7%
% White
2%
16%
% Hawaiian
75%
59%
% Two or more races
4%
8%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4583%
0.4583%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.37%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,700
$30,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,496 is less than the state average of $3,634. The in-state tuition has declined by 39% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,502 is more than the state average of $7,627. The out-state tuition has grown by 36% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,496
$3,634
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,502
$7,627
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,500
$11,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
n/a
97%
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
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- College of Eastern Idaho (CEI, formerly EITC) is Idaho`s newest comprehensive community college. The new College now offers associate of arts and science degrees with transferable general education credits. Another new opportunity is Early College Programs for high school students. CEI continues to be accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The College was created in 1969 to serve citizens in its nine county service area by being a minimal cost, open-door institution that champions technical programs, customized industry training, basic skills instruction, workforce and community education, and on-line distance education. Our mission is to provide open-access and quality education that meets the needs of students, regional employers, and community.College of Eastern Idaho admits students regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.
- CEI is located in Idaho Falls, at the heart of the Snake River Valley in eastern Idaho. The diverse climate and location provide for a variety of outdoor recreation activities includingcamping, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, skiing, and many more. Idaho Falls is a tight-knit community that thrives because of the caring, hard-working people that live in this area. At CEI we take great pride in our college. Classrooms and labs are modern and well designed with the equipment and technology required of a comprehensive community college. We are proud of the many support services that are available to students and prospective students. These services include a modern library, the College & Career Readiness center, special student services, counseling, financial aid, and employment placement. We are equally proud of our well qualified, student-oriented faculty and staff. Student success is our priority. The CEI Foundation (CEIF) was founded in 1992. Business and community leaders joined together to help meet the expanding needs of the CEI campus in Idaho Falls.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does College of Eastern Idaho cost?
College of Eastern Idaho's tuition is approximately $2,496 for In-State students and $8,502 for Out-State students.
What schools are College of Eastern Idaho often compared to?
College of Eastern Idahois often viewed alongside schools like College of Western Idaho, College of Southern Idaho by visitors of our site.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to College of Eastern Idaho is Brigham Young University-Idaho (24.9 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Private not-for-profit
525 S Center
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
Rexburg, ID 83460
(208) 496-1411
24.9 miles
| 44,304 students
Evans Hairstyling College-Rexburg
Private for-profit
67 Winn Dr
Rexburg, ID 83440
(208) 359-8141
Rexburg, ID 83440
(208) 359-8141
25.0 miles
| 75 students
Pima Medical Institute-Dillon
Private for-profit
434 E. Poindexter Street
Dillon, MT 59725
(406) 988-0888
Dillon, MT 59725
(406) 988-0888
123.3 miles
| 50 students
315 Falls Ave.
Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208) 733-9554
Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208) 733-9554
140.6 miles
| 8,775 students
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