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(208) 282-7800NORTH IDAHO COLLEGENORTHWEST NAZARENE UNIVERSITYTHE COLLEGE OF IDAHOUNIVERSITY OF IDAHOFounded in 1933, North Idaho College is a comprehensive community college located on the shoresof Lake Coeur d’Alene. NIC offers degrees andcertificates in more than 80 college tansfer andcareer and technical programs. NIC operates withan open-door admissions policy and as one of threecommunity colleges in Idaho, NIC works closely withthe University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College,Idaho State University, and Boise State University.With outdoor recreation opportunities abound inthe Northwest, North Idaho College offers a widevariety of student engagement opportunities and isalso known for its competitive athletics programs.Northwest Nazarene University is a comprehensiveChristian university committed to the transformation of the whole person. With more than 60 areasof undergraduate study, graduate and doctoralprograms to choose from, you’ll never have to settlefor less than your true passion. Our grads leave NNUprepared to embark on a career path and to pursueadvanced degrees. NNU also places a high valueon relationships with our 40 clubs and organizations, international missions, study abroad opportunities and campus events. Opportunities for growthand involvement abound at NNU.Founded in 1891, The College of Idaho is the state’soldest private liberal arts college. The C of I has alegacy of academic excellence, winning athleticsand a history of successful graduates, includingseven Rhodes Scholars, 14 Marshall, and Truman andGoldwater Scholars. The College’s close-knit, residential campus is located in Caldwell. Its distinctive PEAKCurriculum challenges students to attain competencies in the four knowledge peaks of the humanities,natural sciences, social sciences and professionalfield. In 2014, The C of I was named Idaho’s No. 1college by Forbes, and among the Best NationalLiberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.As a student of Idaho’s leading research andland-grant university, you will benefit from ourinnovative academic programs, exceptional studentliving and learning environment, outstandingresearch opportunities, and a proven track recordfor high–achieving graduates. You will study sideby-side with world-class professors, who challengeand encourage you to expand your personal andintellectual boundaries. Our beautiful residentialcampus, in Moscow, offers intimate learningexperiences that attract the best students fromthe state and nation. Become a part of our 126 yeartradition of leadership and excellence.TAKING A TOUR:Visit: nic.edu/visitCall: 208-769-7733HOW TO APPLY:Visit: www.nic.edu/applyCall: 208-769-3311Deadline: August 10thFINANCIAL AID:Visit: nic.edu/financialaidCall: 208-769-3368Deadline: March 15thTAKING A TOUR:FINANCIAL AID:Visit: love.nnu.edu/#visitCall: 208-467-8640 orEmail: visit@nnu.edu(based on admissionGET IN TOUCH:nic.edu877-404-4536admit@nic.eduHOW TO APPLY:Visit: love.nnu.eduGET IN TOUCH:Call: 1-877-NNU-4-YOUlove.nnu.eduEmail: admissions@nnu.edu208-467-8000Deadline: March 31stadmissions@nnu.eduTUITION: (per year)Resident: 3,28812 HIGHEREDUC ATIONTUITION: (per year)Resident: 28,150application & FAFSA)Call: 208-467-8638Deadline: January 15thTAKING A TOUR:Visit: collegeofidaho.edu/visitCall: 208-459-5020 orEmail: visitcenter@collegeofidaho.eduHOW TO APPLY:Visit:collegeofidaho.edu/applyDeadline: May 1stRegular Decision Feb15thTUITION: (per year)Resident: 28,000FINANCIAL AID:Visit: collegeofidaho.edu/financialaidCall: 208-459-5307Deadline: Feb 15thGET IN ssion@collegeofidaho.eduTAKING A TOUR:Visit: uidaho.edu/visitCall: 208-885-6163FINANCIAL AID:HOW TO APPLY:Visit: uidaho.edu/applicationCall: 208-885-6326Email:admissions@uidaho.eduDeadline: No DeadlineVisit: uidaho.edu/financial-aidCall: 208-885-6312Deadline: variesGET IN s@uidaho.eduTUITION: (per year)Resident: 7,232HIGHEREDUC ATION 13

EDUCATION BENEFITS LIFE EXPERIENCE GI BILL HEALTH INSURANCE JOB SKILLSGI BillUp to 362 monthly allowanceFederal Tuition Assistance(FTA) 250 per semester hour and up to 16semester hours per fiscal yearState Education AssistanceProgram (SEAP)Tuition reimbursement of 4,000 yearlyMinuteman ScholarshipReceive full tuition and fees (uncapped) or room andboard ( 10,000 yearly) at ANY participating college oruniversity and receive a STIPEND of 300 as afreshman and up to a 500 as a senior14 HIGHEREDUC YNATIONALGUARDEDUC ATION 15

COMPARE YOUR OPTIONSDEGREE OFFERINGSFall 2015EnrollmentCertificates149Boise StateUniversity22,113Brigham YoungUniversity- Idaho16,337Boise Bible CollegeAS/ AABS/BAXXXXXXXXXMastersPhD/Prof.Fall AdmissionDeadline & FeeX 3,150 3,300July 15thFebruary 15th 7,354 3,159 - 5,229 3,270Febrary 15thFebruary 1st 35April 15thLDS 3,920Non LDS 7,840 1,500 - 2,800N/AJune 1stMarch 1st 3,900 2,500 - 3,500 1,900 - 3,090July 18thvisit: cwidaho.cc/govariesIn District 3,336Out of District 4,536N/AN/AJuly 11thNo Deadline 15Feburary 10th 2,404N/AN/AJune 1stAugust 1st 50February 15th 6,956 2,660 3,002February 15thMarch 1st-FREEEarly Merit-basedScholarship- Dec. 1 stMarch 1st 6,120 2,560 - 4,970 2,090 - 3,140March 1stAugust 10thFREEMarch 15th 3,288 4,500 - 6,800 2,200 - 3,000March 15thMarch 31st 40varies 28,150 3,400 3,400January 15thMay 1st -FREERegular DecisionFeb 15thFebruary 15th 28,000 4,460 4,733February 15thNo Deadline andFREE to Idaho residentsVaries 7,232 4,300 - 6,250 3,644 - 4,102AwardingBegins Dec. 1stMay 15th 50XXAugust 15FREECollege ofWestern Idaho10,217XXXAugust 5th 25730XxIdaho StateUniversity13,133XXXXLewis-ClarkState College3,633XXXXNorth Idaho College5,546XXXNorthwestNazarene University2,036XXThe College of Idaho1,200XXUniversity of Idaho12,000XX HIGHEREDUC ATIONXXXFinancialAid Priority 11,750XXOn-CampusJuly 15th7,570XOn-CampusHousing (1 year)Tuition (1 year)July 15th 25XScholarshipApplicationDeadlineCollege ofSouthern IdahoEastern IdahoTechnical College16AASCan’t decide what school is best for you? Compare what eachschool offers and get information at a glance here.Meal Plan(1 year)HIGHERDeadlineEDUC ATION 17

REAL STUDENTS OF IDAHOReal Idaho college students sharing their real storiesAnnieJillLewis-Clark State CollegeBrigham Youngfrom Boise, IDUniversity-Idahofrom Nampa, ID“I wanted to further my educational opportunities at aschool with a small campus where I could know morepeople. So far it has been a great adventure! This semesterI plan on applying to the Education program. I’m excitedfor my future as a teacher.”YaritzaCollege of Western Idaho“College life is the best: you get to live withyourclosest friends and be surrounded by expertsin multiple fields.”ChristinaIdaho State Universityfrom Emmett, ID“I decided to go to college because I wantedto be a role model in the eyes of my little sister.Be the first one in my family to go to collegeand provide a better future for myself andfamily.”from Star, ID“I absolutely love college so far! The experiences Ihave gained since coming to Idaho State have beeninvaluable, and the opportunities offered here areendless. I look forward to the next few yearsas a Bengal.”JaredKatieBoise State Universityfrom Nampa, IDLeviUniversity of Idahofrom Sandpoint, ID18 HIGHEREDUC ATIONfrom Anchorage, AK“College has been a great experience, I’ve met so manygreat people and have had such a great time. Something Iwill NEVER forget.”College of Southern Idahofrom Mackay, IDEastern Idaho Technical College“I love college life. My college experience ishelping me mature and figure out how I wantto live my life. “Ella“College is absolutely amazing. I was scared at firstthat I wouldn’t make new friends, and that I would fail,but so far none of that has been a problem. It’s easy tomeet new people, and there is always someone whocan help you out if you are struggling in classes.”“CSI has been a good transition to a larger city.I have enjoyed my college experience at CSI andhave made many great memories here. I likethe classes, I love CSI’s environment, and I havemade many good friends, even among the staff.”HIGHEREDUC ATION 19

12Lake Pend OreilleThe largest lake in the Idahopanhandle, spanning 43 miles,and the 5th deepest lake inthe U.S. at 1,150 ftSawtooth Mountain RangePart of the Rocky Mountainsand a great place for hiking inthe summerBoise Green BeltA recreation trail along thebanks of the Boise riverLake Coeur d’AleneA natural lake in northernIdaho, spanning 25 miles,with 109 miles of shorelineBorah PeakThe tallest peak in Idaho withan elevation of 12,667 ft.Located in the Lost River RangeShoshone FallsA waterfall located on theSnake River, east of Twin FallsCity of RocksExpansive state park withcamping, rock-climbing,hiking, and impressivegranite rock formationsThe Teton Mountain RangeA mountain range in Wyomingnear the Idaho border, knownas a destination spot for skiing,snowboarding, and hikingCraters of the MoonA park for camping andhiking with a visitor centeramid dormant lava fieldsHells CanyonA ten-mile-wide canyonalong the border of Idahoand OregonSt. Anthony Sand DunesSand dunes near BYU-Idaho,a popular location for sandsurfing and bonfiresBear LakeA freshwater lake on theborder of Idaho and Utah457689IDAHO HOT SPOTSWhether you need a study break or a weekend getaway,there are plenty of Idaho destinations full of adventure.10Ski ResortsFrom North to South:Schweitzer, Silver Mt, LookOut Pass, Brundage Mt,Tamarack, Bogus Basin,Grand Targhee, Sun Valley113112HIGHEREDUC ATIONHot Spots 21

PREPARING FOR COLLEGEFour steps to help you prepareIdaho colleges and universities, along with the Idaho StateBoard of Education, believe all students should have educationand career goals that will prepare them to experience fulfillinglives, actively participate as educated citizens, and thrive in aparticularly competitive and global marketplace. A college andcareer-ready student is prepared to succeed in college and inpostsecondary workforce training programs.01Build an AcademicFoundation Don’t slow down during your senior year.Take challenging classes to develop anunderstanding of different subjects and a solidacademic preparation for college courses. Take Advanced Placement (AP), InternationalBaccalaureate (IB), or Concurrent Enrollment(CE) classes that lead to college credit andprovide direct experience in college-levelstudies. Select Concurrent Enrollment classesthat apply to general education, a certificate,or a degree that fits your educational plans.02Develop Intellectualand Career Capacity03Evaluate Progressfor College Select courses in high school that challenge theintellect and develop critical thinking, analysis,and problem-solving strategies. Go to class, take notes, and do your homework. Dothe very best academic work possible in every classyou take from middle school through your senioryear of high school. Practice creative problem solving, increasewritten and oral communication and teamworkskills, and become technology proficient. Speak with a counselor about your course choices;ask for advice on enhancing college readiness skills. Establish time management skills and studyhabits to prepare for the greater amount ofindependent work required in college. Throughout middle school and high school years,use external methods (such as the EXPLORE,PLAN, and ACT sequence of tests, or ACCUPLACER)to determine how close you are to being readyfor college. Adjust study habits and school course choicesappropriately to address your academic weaknessesand stay on track.22 HIGHEREDUC ATION04Explore PostsecondaryOptions Visit as many college campuses as you can.Take a guided tour and ask questions. Learn how much college costs. Submit the FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) bythe priority deadline. Ask a college financial aidadvisor about scholarships, grants, loans, andwork study. Take a college entrance exam (ACT or SAT) atleast twice before applying to colleges. Submit college admission applications by thepriority deadline (often in November/Decemberof your senior year).HIGHEREDUC ATION 23

HIGH SCHOOLIdaho High SchoolGraduation RequirementsConsider the classes you should take nowto prepare for your college career24 HIGHEREDUC ATIONCOLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS PATHWAYS1- & 2-Year Certificate andDegree Pathway2-Year Transfer and 4-YearDegree PathwayEnglish &Language Arts9 credits (English: 8 creditsand Speech: 1 credit)Concentrate on developingtechnical reading, writing, andresearch skills.Concentrate on developing reading, writing, and research skills.Mathematics6 credits, including Algebra 1and Geometry standards. Twocredits must be taken in thelast year of high school.Take required mathematicscourses and focus on the application of math concepts related toyour chosen career goal.Students interested in the STEMdegrees should take at least onemathematics course beyondAlgebra II, ideally as much math aspossible including calculus.Science6 credits(including 4 laboratory)Choose science courses alignedwith your occupational goals andpersonal interests.Students interested in STEMdegrees are encouraged to explorecoursework in physics, chemistry,biology, and other core sciences.Social Science& Social Studies5 creditsChoose social sciences classesthat provide a strong academicfoundation but also enable you toexplore a variety of career paths.Choose social sciences classesthat provide a strong academicfoundation but also enable you toexplore a variety of career paths.Health1 creditBuild a foundation for a healthylifestyle that is key to college andcareer success.Build a foundation for a healthylifestyle that is key to college andcareer success.RequiredElectives17 creditsChoose challenging electives thatmatch your career interests andother educational goals.Choose challenging electives thatmatch your career interests andother educational goals.WorldLanguagesN/AConsider taking a foreignlanguage class as a pathway todeveloping employable skills.Take 2 years of the same language(other than English) in a progressive manner during high school.DistrictRequirementsSenior ProjectComplete a project related toyour career interests and educational goals.Complete a project related to yourcareer interests and educationalgoals.CollegeEntrance ExamTake either the ACT, SAT, orCOMPASS exam before theend of the 11th grade (starting2014-2015 school year).Take the ACT or SAT at least twicefor best results. Schedule thetest early in your senior year inorder to meet college applicationdeadlines.Take the ACT or SAT at least twicefor best results. Schedule thetest early in your senior year inorder to meet college applicationdeadlines.ISAT ExamISAT: Pass ISAT with a scoreof Proficient or Advanced inReading, Math, and LanguageUsage.This step is usually completed inmiddle school/junior high. Seeyour high school counselor withquestions.This step is usually completed inmiddle school/junior high. Seeyour high school counselor withquestions.HIGHEREDUC ATION 25

FINANCIAL AIDCollege can be expensive, but there areresources available to help.Financial-AidFAFSAOne of the first things students think of when it comes togetting a college education is the cost. Getting a collegeeducation is an investment that will pay you back manytimes over for the rest of your life. Don’t be intimidated bythe price tag of an education. There are many resourcesavailable to help you afford higher education. The firststep is to become informed about the options available toyou, and to get comfortable speaking higher education’sfinancial language.Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) is the first step to obtaining financial assistanceto help you pay for college. Many schools require that astudent complete the FAFSA as part of the scholarshipapplication process. The FAFSA is used to determine theamount of federal financial aid (grants, work study, andstudent loans) you might be eligible for.Here are some suggestions that willhelp as you explore your options: Pay attention to the financial literacy course you takeduring your junior or senior year. Set up an appointment with your high schoolcounseling center to learn about financial options. Actively listen and take part in collegepresentations and events at your high school.Don’t be intimidated by theprice tag of an education.There are many resourcesavailable to help you affordhigher education.ScholarshipsScholarships are a form of financial assistance that donot need to be repaid once a student graduates fromcollege. There are thousands of scholarships available.Scholarships can be awarded for leadership, academicmerit, financial need, talent, and more. Colleges have theirown scholarships that you need to apply for and manyorganizations offer scholarships to students no matterwhich college they choose to attend. Students who attendcollege in Idaho can visit the Idaho State Board ofEducation website at www.boardofed.idaho.gov forinformation on available scholarships. Visit the colleges that interest you. Schedule anappointment to speak with an admissions counselorand with a financial aid counselor when you go to visitthe campuses. Ask them to explain as much as they canabout the help that might be available to you shouldyou decide to attend. Have a conversation with your parents or guardiansabout the cost of higher education. There may bescholarship opportunities based on where your parentsor guardians work. Review the resources available to you at studentaid.ed.gov. Find the “FAFSA4caster” tool on this websiteand use it to help you see what aid you might beeligible to receive.26 HIGHEREDUC ATIONHIGHEREDUC ATION 27

COLLEGE TERMS TO KNOWKnow the lingo before you head to college.Accreditation: Accreditation is the recognition that an institution maintains standard requisites for its graduates to gainadmission to other reputable institutions of higher learningor to achieve credentials for professional practice. The goal ofaccreditations is to ensure that education provided by institutions of higher education meet acceptable levels of quality.Bachelor’s Degree/baccalaureate (B.A., B.S.): A bachelor’sdegree is achieved through a four-year program that providesin-depth, specialized knowledge in a major field of study.Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degreesprepare students for employment in fields from Accounting toTheatre, or for further studies.Accuplacer: The purpose of Accuplacer tests is to provide youwith useful information about your academic skills in math,English, and reading. The results of the assessment, in conjunction with your academic background, goals, and interests, areused by academic advisors to determine your course selection.You cannot “pass” or “fail” the placement tests, but it is veryimportant that you do your very best on these tests so that youwill have an accurate measure of your academic skills.Certificate: A certificate is generally a one-year programthat leads directly to entry level employment in a specificoccupation such as aviation pilot, diesel mechanic, orrespiratory therapist.ACT Aspire: The ACT Aspire (formerly called pre-ACT, ACTPlan, or ACT Explore) is an online testing system for studentsin grades 3-8 as well as early high school. These tests assessEnglish, math, reading, science and writing conte

BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-IDAHO FINANCIAL AID: Visit: byui.edu/ financial-aid Deadline: April 15 (also based on FAFSA) GET IN TOUCH: byui.edu/admissions 208-496-1300 admissions@byui.edu Nestled in the heart of Southern Idaho, CSI's main campus is located in beautiful Twin Falls. Skiing, rock climbing, geo-thermal hot springs, white water raft-