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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 8,775 students (21% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 36%.
The student population of College of Southern Idaho has grown by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 23:1 over five years.
The College of Southern Idaho diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,775 students
3,465 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
1,854 students
767 students
# Part-Time Students
6,921 students
3,582 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
452 students
452 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,775 students
767 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,071 students
3,582 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
544 students
544 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
22%
18%
% Black
1%
2%
% White
68%
64%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
9%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.55
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)
5.62%
1.37%
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 grown by 25% 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
Club or Organization: Agriculture Club, Art Club, CSI Forensics, Delta Psi Omega, Diversity Council, Drafting Club, Equine Club, GSA, Hosteurs, Medical Assistants Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Renewable Energy Club, STEM Club, Student Government, Vet Tech Club, Veterans Club
Arts and Music Programs: Chamber Choir, CSI Pep Band, Jazz Ensemble, Madrigal Ensemble, Magic Valley Chorale, Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Symphony Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs: CSI Challenge Course, CSI Outdoor Recreation Center, CSI Recreation Center
Source: 2024 (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.
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