For the 2025 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 797 students in Ada County County, Idaho.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Community Colleges in Ada County (2025)
College
Location
Students
Carrington College-Boise
Private for-profit
1122 N. Liberty St.
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-8080
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-8080
| 720 students
Stevens-Henager College
Private not-for-profit
1444 Entertainment Avenue
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 383-4540
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 383-4540
| 77 students
Community Colleges in Ada County, ID (Closed)
School
Location
Students
Brown Mackie College-Boise (Closed 2019)
Private, for profit
9050 W Overland Rd, Ste 101
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 321-8800
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 321-8800
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Ada County, ID?
There are 2 community colleges serving 797 students in Ada County, ID.
How diverse are community college in Ada County, ID?
Community colleges in Ada County, ID have approximately 57% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.
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