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Choosing a college isn’t just about location or rankings — it’s about finding the place that shapes who you are and what comes next. That’s why so many first-year students attend The College of Idaho. They’re drawn to the freedom to study across multiple disciplines, to faculty who push them to think differently and to a community where students start clubs, launch research, get hands-on learning opportunities and lead with purpose from day one.
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Before you start your CofI application, it’s important to understand our admission requirements for first-year students. We review each application carefully, considering your academic work and achievements outside the classroom. Our admission process is fully test-optional — ACT or SAT scores are not required, and it’s entirely your choice whether to include them.
| Starting Term | Application Type | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Regular Decision | January 16, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | Early Action I | November 15, 2025 |
| Fall 2026 | Early Action II | January 15, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | Regular Decision | February 15, 2026 |
* Rolling Admission begins on February 16, 2026 and runs until the class is full. During Rolling Admission, students are invited to submit their application as soon as possible, and the College will consider these applications as they arrive.
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During my first meal on campus as a freshman who didn’t know a soul, I took the first seat I could find in the cafeteria next to two students from Egypt. This would become one of the most fascinating lunches of my life. The College community is full of impressive people from the U.S. and all over the world, and to be able to get to know them and engage with them every day has been the highlight of my college experience.
B.A. in Biology with minors in English Literature and Psychology & Health.
I chose CofI because of the genuine nature I experienced from the people when I first visited. I felt as if the faculty wanted me to be here because of who I was and my skill set, and not just to add another number to their roster. Not only was CofI able to provide a close-knit community, which was very important to me, but they were able to provide a small school environment with big world exposure and thinking.
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B.A. in Business Administration and Computer Science with a minor in Theatre.
After being accepted to The College of Idaho and touring the campus, I felt as though I had connected with the faculty and others in as little as a few hours compared to my weekend-long tours at other universities. My mom told me that when I spoke about CofI, I lit up in a way that led her to believe that this was the place that I needed to be.
B.A. in Biomedical Science with minors in Psychology & Health and Spanish and a Pre-Med specialization.
Want to double major in physics and art? Lead an outdoor trip one weekend and a research project the next? That’s everyday life at The College of Idaho. Take the first step toward choosing a college that’s right for you.
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