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College of Southern Idaho Photo #9 - The Health Sciences and Human Services building is a LEED Gold certified building. It is home to CSI's health profession discipline along with a simulation lab, radiology lab and fire service.

College of Southern Idaho

315 Falls Ave.
Twin Falls, ID 83301
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College of Southern Idaho Photo #1 - The College of Southern Idaho is located in Twin Falls, Idaho, and has been serving students since 1965.
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College of Southern Idaho Photo #1 - The College of Southern Idaho is located in Twin Falls, Idaho, and has been serving students since 1965.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #2 - The Outdoor Recreation Department provides students, faculty and staff, and community members with adventure-based learning through outdoor and wilderness experiences.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #3 - Eagle Hall was remodeled in 2021, providing modern, comfortable on-campus accommodations for 245 students. Every effort is made to make this your "home away from home."
College of Southern Idaho Photo #4 - CSI Athletics - 9 Sports, 175 Student-Athletes, 1,244 Players to Four Year Programs, 240 All Americans, 110 Regional Championships, 21 National Championships
College of Southern Idaho Photo #5 - Eagle Central is located in the Taylor Administration building where you can visit with Admissions, Advising, Financial Aid, and an Enrollment Specialist in one location.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #6 - The Fine Arts Center is home to the Visual and Performing Arts Department, Community Education Department and regularly showcases the talent of College of Southern Idaho students and faculty as well as community and touring productions. It is host to the Magic Valley's three premiere performing spaces - the Fine Arts Auditorium, the Fine Arts Theatre, and the Recital Hall.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #7 - The Learning and Tutoring Commons department offers free tutoring and educational support for all CSI and Dual Credit students.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #8 - The College of Southern Idaho is the first public Hispanic Serving Institution in Idaho.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #9 - The newest building on campus is the Veterinary Technology Building. The Veterinary Technology program gives motivated individuals an opportunity to combine their love of animals with their interest in science and medicine. The program prepares students to work in a variety of veterinary medical related settings. Upon completion students will be able to sit for national examination for licensure.
College of Southern Idaho Photo #10 - The Health Sciences and Human Services building is a LEED Gold certified building. It is home to CSI's health profession discipline along with a simulation lab, radiology lab and fire service.
  • 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 84%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 8,775 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,560
  • Out-state tuition: $6,840
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

College of Southern Idaho ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
Highest completion rates
Debt For Students
Least debt for graduating students

School Overview

The teacher population of 334 teachers has declined by 6% over five years.
College of Southern Idaho
(ID) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
334 staff
334 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
80
45
School Calendar
Link to School Calendar

Student Body

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 21:1 over five years.
The College of Southern Idaho diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,775 students
3,463 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,854 students
619 students
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# Part-Time Students
6,921 students
2,844 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of College of Southern Idaho.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
452 students
452 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,775 students
619 students
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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,071 students
2,844 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
544 students
544 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
22%
3%
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% Black
1%
7%
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% White
68%
16%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
59%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in College of Southern Idaho and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in Idaho by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
% Two or more races
3%
8%
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% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
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% Unknown races
4%
3%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Idaho.
Diversity Score
0.49
0.61
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
27.04%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of College of Southern Idaho and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Idaho by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
5.62%
1.37%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students at 4yr institutions of College of Southern Idaho and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students at 4yr institutions of Idaho by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,000
$30,000
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of College of Southern Idaho and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Idaho by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

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
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,840
$7,627
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Tuition Notes
In-District tuition fees: $3360 $140 Per Credit In-District $190 Per Credit In-state $285 Per Credit Out-of-state
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
90%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in College of Southern Idaho and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Idaho by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,500
$11,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in College of Southern Idaho and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Idaho by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$5,250
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in College of Southern Idaho and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Idaho by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
100%
97%
This chart displays the percent admitted of College of Southern Idaho and the community college average percent admitted of Idaho by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
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

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
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: 2023 (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.
Profile last updated: 04/10/2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does College of Southern Idaho cost?
College of Southern Idaho's tuition is approximately $4,560 for In-State students and $6,840 for Out-State students.
What schools are College of Southern Idaho often compared to?
College of Southern Idahois often viewed alongside schools like College of Western Idaho by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of College of Southern Idaho?
The acceptance rate of College of Southern Idaho is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 97%.
What sports does College of Southern Idaho offer?
College of Southern Idaho offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball and Volleyball.
What is College of Southern Idaho's ranking?
College of Southern Idaho ranks among the top 20% of community college in Idaho for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.