Idaho State University

Idaho State University is a public four-year institution located in Pocatello, Idaho, a small city. The university enrolls 14,796 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 43.67 out of 100. Its completion rate is 38% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 74% (IPEDS 2023).

Idaho State University offers an extensive selection of technical and vocational programs alongside its broader academic curriculum. Certificate and associate-level programs include Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technologies, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Technology, CAD/CADD Drafting and Design Technology, Mechanical Drafting and CAD/CADD, Surveying Technology (available at both certificate and associate levels), Energy Systems Technology, Laser and Optical Technology, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology, and Cosmetology.

Pocatello serves as a regional hub in southeastern Idaho, and Idaho State University functions as one of the state's primary institutions for both academic and workforce-oriented education. Its range of technical programs addresses regional demand across engineering technology, energy, transportation, and information technology sectors.