Hands-on research that matters. Learn Science by DOING Science.
Innovation. Teamwork. Critical thinking. Problem solving. Communication. Quantitative reasoning. These skills are hallmarks of a degree from the College of Science. Our students learn how to solve societal problems through hands-on research opportunities using the latest technologies. In the College of Science, students learn while developing the skills employers and graduate and professional programs seek.
- No. 1 Best Value Public University in the West — ranked by U.S. News and World Report.
- No. 12 Best Public University for Making an Impact —
- 91% of U of I Students Graduate With Jobs or enroll in graduate education or military service. College of Science graduates are employed by companies and government agencies such as Google, Microsoft, the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Geological Survey and Walt Disney Company. Science graduates enroll in graduate programs including those at Stanford University, Princeton University, Yale University, University of Washington, University of Michigan and Johns Hopkins University.
- No. 3 Geography B.S. Degree in the Country for academic excellence and affordability — ranked by .
- No. 6 Online Master’s in Statistics Program — ranked by .
- Biology Degrees ranked among the best in the country - .
- Highest Salary Earnings for early- and mid-career undergraduate degree recipients for any public university in Idaho — ranked by
- More Scholarships Awarded than any other four-year public college in Idaho.
- 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio — In the College of Science, you'll know your professors and they'll know you through small class sizes, one-on-one interaction, mentorship, advising and research collaboration.
- National Merit Scholars — U of I has one of the largest cohorts of National Merit Scholars in the Northwest. In-state and out-of-state scholars receive scholarships covering the full cost of tuition and fees, on-campus housing and meals for four years.
News Releases
U of I earns $598K to improve tendon health and healing research
Posted 12/12/2024 11:09:00 PM
U of I is leveraging three unique laboratory capabilities in an effort to grow understanding of human tendon development and healing after injury. Read more
U of I researcher uncovers surprising way to stop beer from exploding
Posted 10/30/2024 12:00:00 PM
A potential solution to a common beer-spoiling menace could be bubbling up from an unexpected source, thanks to research led by U of I’s Paul Rowley. Read more
U of I College of Science to host free hands-on scientific experience Oct. 4
Posted 10/2/2024 8:24:00 PM
¹û¶³´«Ã½Â鶹Éç’s College of Science invites aspiring scientists to attend Vandal Science Day 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, on campus in Moscow. Read more