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Boise State University | Office of Admissions

1910 University Drive Boise, ID 83725-1320

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SCHOLARSHIPS

You will be considered for Boise State scholarships and nonresident tuition assistance programs if the Admis-sions Office receives all admission materials no later than February 15th.

You must have a minimum cumulative unweighted 3.00 GPA to be considered for merit scholarships.

If you wish to be considered for need-based scholarships, you must also submit your FAFSA by February 15th.

To find out how you can be considered for as many Boise State scholarships as possible visit: financialaid.boisestate.edu/scholarships/howtoapply.shtml

INDIVIDUAL CAMPUS VISITS

Let us roll out the Blue Carpet for you! Campus visits include:

• Guided walking tours

• Information sessions with enrollment counselors

• Opportunities to meet with faculty in your area of interest

Schedule your campus visit or take a virtual tour at: admissions.boisestate.edu/visitus

To request more information about Boise State, visit: admissions.boisestate.edu/contact

FIND US ON

ADMISSION PRIORITY DATESApply early to improve your likelihood of being admitted and securing on-campus housing.

2013 Fall Semester Applications: September 1, 2012 – May 15, 2013

2013 Fall Scholarship deadline: February 15, 2013

2014 Spring Semester Applications: July 2013 – November 15, 2013

VISITING BOISE STATEDiscover Boise State

October 6, 2012January 19, 2013March 2, 2013

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CONTENTS 2 BOISE STATE

6 CAMPUS LIFE

Get Involved Sorority & Fraternity Life Clubs

18 ACADEMICS

Research Faculty Internships Majors and Minors STEM Honors World-Wide Campus

34 BOISE, ID

Location Culture & Diversity

Career Opportunities

36 OUTDOORS

38 ATHLETICS

True Blue Pride Club Sports Intramurals

44 HOW TO APPLY

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BOISE STATE

You can feel it in the air. It’s unmistakable.

All across campus, from the south banks of the

Boise River to the farthest deep blue reaches of

Bronco Stadium, something truly remarkable

is happening here. At Boise State, you get the

sense that anything is possible. That you can

go far. That everything you need to succeed is

right before your eyes.

Maybe it’s our unbeatable location in the

heart of the capital— the hub of government,

business, the arts, health care, industry and

technology—and our strong connections to

hundreds of companies and organizations in

the region. Maybe it’s because we’re Idaho’s

metropolitan research university, or that our

campus glows with spirit and excitement.

Maybe it’s our breathtaking surroundings

in the great outdoors—just minutes from

snowboarding, mountain biking, camping

and hiking. For all these reasons and more,

you just can’t help feeling that Boise State

is the university of opportunity.

As a student, you’ll quickly discover that

creating opportunities for you is our top

priority. The more the better, we think.

Why? Opportunity guarantees your success.

Opportunity—whether it’s in the classroom,

in the lab, or on the playing field—prepares

you with all the knowledge, skills and

confidence you need to excel in the world

of tomorrow. Opportunity provides you

with a university experience like no other.

Opportunity in all directions. Opportunity

in all the right places.

That’s Boise State.

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28 average class size

21:1 student to faculty ratio

3.41 average gpa of incoming freshmen

$148M financial aid awarded 2011-12

22.72 average ACT of incoming freshmen

BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY | Boise State University

OPPORTUNITYis what sets Boise State apart.

No matter what you’re seeking—an enriched learning experience, good times or a great career—

you’ll find it all right here, at Boise State.

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BICYCLE FRIENDLYBoise State is among the first

honorees recognized by the League

of American Bicyclists as a Bicycle

Friendly University and opened its

own campus bike shop - the Cycle

Learning Center in 2011.

CAMPUS LIFE

LIVING-LEARNING

Living-Learning Communities (LLC) at Boise

State create natural connections between the

classroom and daily life. It’s the best of both

worlds – you can enjoy all the usual advantages

of living on campus in a residence hall, with the

added benefit of living among other students

like you who share the same academic goals and

interests. Having a ready-made support group

makes all those college “firsts” a little less stress-

ful, like the first meal in Boise River Cafe, or

the first day of classes. Some LLCs have faculty

in residence -- how many college students can

say they are neighbors with their professor?

Living Learning Communities at Boise State:

• Arts & Humanities

• College of Business & Economics

• Engineering

• Health Professions

• Continuing Scholars

• Global Village

• Lifetime Recreation

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Your success as a student centers on the

academic choices you make, and Boise State has

created a campus environment to support every

aspect of your college experience, both in and

out of the classroom. The bustling 175-acre cam-

pus encompasses more than 170 buildings and

residence halls serving over 20,000 students and

faculty. Being located in the heart of Idaho’s

capital city means you’re never more than a

short walk or a quick bike ride to museums,

cafes, movie theaters, stores and clubs.

HOUSING

When you live on campus in residence halls,

you’re in the center of campus life, seconds

from classrooms and computer labs, minutes

from the Boise River and downtown and a

short distance from the great outdoors. Your

campus home is more than just a room – it’s

a convenient place to study, socialize and just

BE. Apartments and new townhouse units for

juniors and seniors provide the convenience

of campus proximity with added flexibility.

For more information on traditional residence

halls, living-learning communities and on-cam-

pus apartments, visit our housing site online.

housing.boisestate.edu

a place where FEELING BLUE IS A GOOD THING

Getting involved on campus is as important as

going to class. Whatever you’re into, you won’t

have to look hard on campus to find it. Energy,

excitement and momentum. Go ahead. Get

caught up in it. This is Boise State.

Our award-winning, 105,000 square-foot

Student Recreation Center features basketball

courts, exercise and weight rooms, racquetball

courts, a multipurpose gym, an indoor run-

ning track, activity rooms, a 17,000 square-foot

aquatics center and one of the largest collegiate

climbing walls in the United States.

In the mood for a slice of pizza or game of

foosball? The Student Union Building (SUB)

unites an eclectic mix of amenities under one

roof, including several eateries, a radio station,

art gallery, bookstore, post office, billiards,

ping-pong, bowling alley, cultural center—even

a video and pinball arcade.

Looking for ways to show off your Boise State

pride—or make new friends? Take in a big game—

or join a club. Help book bands or comedy

acts. Sneak preview films in the Student Union

or run for office with the student government.

Volunteer for a community service project like

“Rake Up Boise” or march to the capital during

the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Human Rights

Celebration. Boise State University cherishes

and celebrates diversity as a core value shared

by faculty, staff, students and the community.

Every year, Boise State hosts over 488 interna-

tional students from over 63 countries, offering

you the chance to meet, learn from and make

friends with people from around the world.

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285,000+ hours of community service by more

than 12,000 students

GETINVOLVED

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SORORITY & FRATERNITY LIFE

Being involved in a sorority or fraternity means

being part of a community devoted to helping

others in need. You have the ability to posi-

tively change our world, whether serving with an

agency in Boise, or building a school in Jamaica.

Joining a fraternity or sorority is an excellent way

to solidify your academic career while developing

yourself as a leader, serving others and building

positive relationships at Boise State University.

involvement.boisestate.edu

Men’s Fraternities

Alpha Kappa Lambda ΑΚΛ

Delta Sigma Phi ΔΣΦ

Delta Upsilon ΔΥ

Kappa Sigma ΚΣ

Sigma Lambda Beta ΣΛΒ

Sigma Chi ΣΧ

Tau Kappa Epsilon ΤΚΕ

Women’s Sororities

Alpha Chi Omega ΑΧΩ

Alpha Pi Sigma ΑΠΣ

Alpha Xi Delta ΑΞΔ

Alpha Gamma Delta ΑΓΔ

GREEK COMMUNITY


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true blue profile / 01

KYLIE KAY RIEBE

HOMETOWN: Boise, ID

MAJOR: Biology

YEAR: Freshman

SORORITY: Alpha Chi Omega ΑΧΩ

FAVORITE PART ABOUT SORORITY

& FRATERNITY LIFE AT BOISE

STATE: I love how many people I have

had the opportunity to meet through the

Greek community and all the amazing

opportunities I have had, like going on a

service trip to Jamaica during spring break!

CLUBS andORGANIZATIONS

Getting involved in a student organization is

a great way to get the most out of your college

experience. Student organizations give you

opportunities for making friends and having

fun; for doing something you love and trying

something new; for developing work, life, and

leadership skills; and for making your mark and

leaving a legacy.

Students involved in organizations at Boise

State have built the world’s fastest vegetable oil-

powered vehicle. They’ve written and directed

campus theater productions, organized concerts,

lectures, and dance marathons, and planned

community service and volunteer opportunities.

Boise State’s ethnic organizations are among

the most active on campus, promoting cultural

understanding and appreciation through events

such as the Mosaic Campus Visitation Program,

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, Human Rights Week, and

the International Food, Song, and Dance Festival.

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when it comes to opportunity BOISE STATE DELIVERS

-QUICK FACTS-

92% of programs at Boise State participate in

the Finish in Four Graduation Guarantee

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ACADEMICSOUTSTANDING FACULTY

The best teachers are those who are engaged,

passionate about what they do and take a

personal interest in your success. At Boise

State, you’ll work with accomplished profes-

sors who are eager to collaborate and share

their knowledge with you.

Many of our professors are internationally

recognized scholars, authors or lecturers.

Others consult for governments and corpora-

tions worldwide or spearhead ground-breaking

research. Equally as dedicated to their students

as they are to their work in the community,

our professors keep regular office hours so that

you can ask questions, seek advice or simply

get to know them on a more personal level.

And although Boise State is regarded as a

major metropolitan research university, you’ll

find that full-time professors, not graduate

assistants, teach most of your classes—even

introductory courses.

academics.boisestate.edu

FINISH IN FOUR

You can learn a great deal about a university

and the value of its education simply by taking

a close look at the success of its students. At

Boise State University, our number one prior-

ity is our students’ success, and we’ll do what

it takes to help you achieve your goals. For in-

stance, Finish in Four guarantees that you can

complete a degree in four years if you follow

a planned course of study. If not, Boise State

will pay for the additional required courses.

go.boisestate.edu/finish4

RESEARCH

At Boise State, research isn’t something you

learn, it’s something you do—side-by-side with

your professors. It’s not like that everywhere.

At most universities, only graduate students

can participate in research. Our commitment

to providing direct, hands-on learning for all

our students results in unmatched research

exposure and opportunity.

You’ll work alongside faculty in a wide range

of research projects, such as monitoring ground-

water flow, studying brain functions or conduct-

ing community surveys. You’ll co-write papers

with faculty mentors. You’ll present your own

findings at Boise State’s annual Undergradu-

ate Research and Scholarship Conference or

at professional meetings around the country.

Besides providing you with opportunities to

work with nationally recognized scholars, your

research experience can also help open the door

to graduate school or an exciting career.

boisestate.edu/research

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academics fueled by IMAGINATION AND INNOVATION

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GREG HAMPIKIAN

HOMETOWN: Boise, ID

PROFESSOR OF: Biology

Boise State professor and forensic DNA

expert Greg Hampikian has helped ex-

onerate eight wrongly convicted people

around the nation; in four of those cases

new DNA evidence identified the actual

perpetrators. In 2011 he played a role in

the release of American college student

Amanda Knox from an Italian prison

after her murder conviction was over-

turned. The case received international

media attention, and Hampikian was

interviewed on CNN, Nightline, Good

Morning America and other media out-

lets about the role DNA evidence played

in the Knox case and why his analysis

showed it was suspect.

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY: Leave

them hungry for more—both in education and

entertainment.

IN MY FREE TIME: I enjoy sitting on my

front porch, playing original songs on my

guitar – badly – and telling science stories to

the neighborhood kids.

MY FAMILY: My oldest son Daniel, 27,

will earn a PhD in Philosophy soon, making

him the 3rd Dr. Hampikian in my family.

Laura, 20, was a Miss Idaho 2011 runner-

up, and Ben, 15 is a filmmaker.

INTERNSHIPS

Boise State has built a robust internship program

and every year over 1,300 Boise State students

receive valuable internship experience throughout

the state and beyond. Organizations include large

international companies, small start-up businesses,

state and federal agencies, and non-profit organiza-

tions. Boise State students have worked as interns

for some of the leading companies in the nation.

Others have interned at the Idaho Legislature and

for the City of Boise.

To get an idea of the opportunities in store for you,

here are a few more examples of internships recently

filled by Boise State students:

• Women’s Exergy Cycling Tour : Education/

School Collaboration Intern

• Bogus Basin Snow School and Mountain

Discovery Program : Camp Counselor

• Boise City Department of Art and History :

Research and Web Content Editor

• Idaho Dance Theatre : Dancer

• Idaho Steelheads : Media and Public

Relations

• Fusion Magazine : Graphic Design

• Boise State Roof Top Garden : Gardner and

Beekeepers

• Boise Art Museum : Art in the Park

Coordinator

• YMCA : Youth Leadership Program Intern

• Idaho Department of Commerce :

International Business Development Intern

• Zoo Boise : Animal Care Intern

• McAlvain Group : Project Management

Intern for Construction Projects

• Scentsy : Latin American Market Intern

JUST A FEW OF BOISE STATE’S BUSINESS PARTNERS:

• Micron Technology

• Ada County Sheriff ’s Office

• Department of Environmental Quality

• Idaho Transportation Department

• Kiewit Corporation

• Boeing

• St. Lukes Medical Center

• Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center

• Hewlett Packard

• Bureau of Land Management

• Enterprise Rent-A-Car

• SuperValu

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M A J O R SA

Addictions Studies (Minor)

Anthropology (BA, Minor)

Applied Mathematics (BS)

Applied Science (BAS)

Art (BA, BFA)

Art Education (BFA)

History of Art & Visual Culture (BA)

Illustration (BFA)

Visual Art (BA, BFA)Art Metals Emphasis Ceramics Emphasis Drawing and Painting Emphasis Interdisciplinary Art Studio Emphasis Photography Emphasis Printmaking Emphasis Sculpture Emphasis

B

Basque Studies (Minor)

Biology (BS)Botany Emphasis Ecology Emphasis Environmental Biology Emphasis Human Biology Emphasis Microbiology Emphasis Molecular & Cell Biology Emphasis Zoology Emphasis

Biological Teaching Endorsement (Minor)

BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS: Accountancy (BBA) Accountancy, Internal Audit Option (BBA) Business Economics (BBA) Business (Minor) Economics (BA)

Quantitative Emphasis

Entrepreneurship Management (BBA) Finance (BBA) Finance/ Accountancy (BBA) General Business (BBA) Human Resource Management (BBA) Information Technology Management (BBA) Internal Auditing (Minor) International Business (BBA) Leadership Studies (Minor) Marketing (BBA) Supply Chain Management (BBA)

C

Canadian Studies (Minor)

Chemistry (BS)ACS Certified Biochemistry Emphasis Biochemistry Emphasis Forensics Emphasis Professional Emphasis

Chemistry Teaching Endorsement (Minor)

Cinema & Digital Media Studies (Cert)

Communication (BA)Media Production Emphasis Media Studies Emphasis Public Communication Emphasis Relational & Organizational Studies Emphasis

Criminal Justice (AS, BS)

D

Dispute Resolution (Cert)

E

Early Childhood Studies (BA)

Earth Science Education (BS)

Earth Science Teaching Endorsement (Minor)

Education, Elementary (BA)

Education, Elementary, Bilingual/ESL (BA)

Education, Special Education (BA)

EDUCATION, SECONDARY Biology (BS) Chemistry (BS) Economics, Social Studies (BA) French (BA) German (BA) History (BA) History, Social Studies (BA) Mathematics (BS) Physics (BS) Political Science, Social Science (BA, BS) Psychology, Social Studies (BA) Sociology, Social Science (BA) Sociology, Social Studies (BA) Spanish (BA) Theatre Arts (BA)

ENGINEERING Biomedical Engineering (Minor) Civil Engineering (BSCE) Computer Science (BS) Construction Management (BSCM) Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Materials Science & Engineering (BSMSE) Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

English (BA)Linguistics Emphasis Literature Emphasis Technical Communication Emphasis (Cert) Writing Emphasis

English Teaching (BA)

Environmental & Occupational Health (BS)

Environmental Studies (BA)

F

Family Studies (Minor)

G

Gender Studies (Minor)

General Studies (BGS)

Geoarchaeology (BA)

Geophysics (BS)

Geosciences (BS)Geology Emphasis Hydrology Emphasis

Geospatial Information Analysis (Minor)

Gerontology (Minor)

Graphic Design (BFA)

H

Health Education & Promotion (BS)

Health Science Studies (BS)General Health Science Emphasis Gerontology Emphasis Health Informatics and Information Management Emphasis Health Policy and Leadership Emphasis Prevention and Addiction Studies Emphasis Public Health Emphasis Science Emphasis

History (BA)

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M A J O R S&MINORS

PRE-PROFESSIONAL DEGREESI

Interdisciplinary Studies (BA, BS)

K

KINESIOLOGY Athletic Training (BS) Exercise Science-Biomechanics Emphasis (BS) Exercise Science-Physiology (BS) Exercise Science-Fitness Evaluation & Programming Emphasis (BS)Health Education & Promotion (BS) K-12 Physical Education (BS)

L

Latin American & Latino/a Studies (Minor)

Latin Language & Literature (Minor)

M

Mathematics (BS)

Mathematics Teaching Endorsement (Minor)

Mexican American Studies (Minor)

Military Science (Minor)

MODERN LANGUAGESAmerican Sign Language (Minor) Basque Studies (Minor) Chinese Studies (Minor) French (BA) German (BA) Japanese Studies (Minor) Spanish (BA)

Multi-Ethnic Studies (BA)

Music (BA)

Music/Business (BA)

Music, Composition (BM)

Music Education (BM)

Music, Performance (BM)

N

Native American Studies (Minor)

Nursing (BS)

P

Philosophy (BA)

Physical Education, K-12 (BS)

Physical Science Teaching Endorsement (Minor)

Physics (BS)

Physics Teaching Endorsement (Minor)

Political Science (BS)American Government & Public Policy Emphasis International Relations & Comparative Politics Emphasis Public Law & Political Philosophy Emphasis

Psychology (BS)

Public Relations (Cert)

R

Radiologic Sciences (BS)

Respiratory Care (BS)

S

Social Science (AA, BS)

Social Work (BA)Foundation of Refugee Services (Cert) Macro Practice for Refugee Services (Cert)

Sociology (BS, Minor)

T

Theatre Arts (BA, Minor)Dance Option Design Option Directing Option Dramatic Writing Option Performance Option Stage Management Option

Pre-Dental Studies (BS)Biology Option Chemistry Option

Pre-Medical Studies (BS)Biology Option Chemistry Option

Pre-Veterinary Medicine (BS)

PRE-PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

These programs are not offered as degrees, but do provide undergraduate studies in preparation for applying/transferring to a professional school.

Pre-Chiropractic (Transfer)

Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science (Transfer)

Pre-Dental Hygiene (Transfer)

Pre-Dietetics (Transfer)

Pre-Forestry & Pre-Wildlife Management (Transfer)

Pre-Law (Academic Advising)

Pre-Occupational Therapy (Transfer)

Pre-Optometry (Transfer)

Pre-Pharmacy (Transfer)

Pre-Physical Therapy (Transfer)

Pre-Physician Assistant (Transfer)

Pre-Speech Language Pathology (Transfer)

KEY

AA - Associate of Arts

AS - Associate of Science

Cert - Certificate

BA - Bachelor of Arts

BS - Bachelor of Science

BAS - Bachelor of Applied Science

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

BFA - Bachelor of Fine Arts

BGS - Bachelor of General Studies

BM - Bachelor of Music

BSCE - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

BSCM - Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

BSEE - Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

BSMSE - Bachelor of Science in Materials Science & Engineering


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If you love to solve a science or math challenge

just to get to the “aha” moment, then you’re

already hard-wired for STEM. Science, technol-

ogy, engineering and mathematics (STEM) will

fuel the technical innovations that our economy

needs in the future. Your scientific curiosity

and critical thinking skills will connect you to

a STEM community working to address inter-

national issues of energy, environment, technol-

ogy, and human health.

Boise State’s commitment to developing the

next generation of innovators and educators

comes through loud and clear in the programs

and services available to STEM students, from

research to service-learning, plus a wide range

of STEM clubs, competitions, and community

projects. Specific scholarships are available for

STEM students, as well as study labs and ad-

ditional academic services.

If you’re driven by problem-solving, discovery,

exploratory learning, and like to actively engage

in a situation in order to find its solution,

STEM provides excellent opportunity.

stem.boisestate.edu

STEM

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15th IN THE NATION Boise State’s College of Engineering under-

graduate programs ranked 15th in the nation

among comprehensive public universities

in the 2012 U.S. News & World Report’s

“America’s Best Colleges” issue.

science | technology | engineering | mathematics

STEM is everywhere in our lives. If you major in economics or psychology or fine arts, your field is intertwined with scientific and technological innovation. Whatever your major, engaging in scientific thinking and analytical reasoning at Boise State will prepare you to contribute to the world of

your future.

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-SCIENCE-

Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geoarcheology,

Geosciences, Geophysics, Physics,

Secondary Education: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science & Physics

-TECHNOLOGY-

Exercise Science, Environmental and Occupational Health,

Health Science Studies, Health Education and Promotion,

Information Technology Management

-ENGINEERING-

Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical

Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering,

Mechanical Engineering

-MATHEMATICS-

Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics

Secondary Education

Talented, highly motivated students are drawn

to the personalized attention of the Honors

College, which brings together 450 outstand-

ing students each year from every major and

background. Imagination and innovation fuel

every aspect of the Honors College, from a

challenging curriculum to the residential facil-

ity of Driscoll Hall, where your passion for

learning is engaged both inside and outside

the classroom.

Honors courses focus on collaborative learning,

so they’re smaller and provide dynamic inter-

actions between students and faculty. Honors

professors are carefully selected from among

the most enthusiastic and accomplished faculty

members at Boise State. Being part of a commu-

nity of scholars has distinct benefits that extend

beyond the obvious:

• The camaraderie of other exceptional

students with similar interests

• Curriculum featuring discussion-based,

interdisciplinary, and special topics

courses

• Special academic, cultural, social, and

public service activities

• World-class outdoor activities in the

mountains and rivers that surround

Boise

• Classes of no more than 25 students

taught by outstanding professors

• Priority registration for classes

• Individualized academic advising

• On-campus housing in Driscoll Hall

• Fellowships for summer research proj-

ects and study-abroad programs

• Career and graduate school counseling

• Support for national prestigious scholar-

ship applications

• Recognition on your transcript and

at commencement

Graduating with honors shows law, medical, and

other professional schools you have achieved

excellence in a rigorous program.

honors.boisestate.edu

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define your future... WHEREDO YOU WANT TO GO?

STUDY ABROAD

Boise State is your gateway to the world. As an

education abroad student, you may use federal

financial aid, earn credit and gain valuable

career experience while studying in your choice

of over 50 countries. Australia, Chile, China,

Costa Rica, Denmark, England, France, Ghana,

Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand,

Scotland, Spain and Thailand are just a few of

the places where our students have combined

learning with living abroad.

NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE

If you ever wanted to catch a few waves in

Hawaii between classes or experience the sweet

hospitality of the South, the National Student

Exchange (NSE) offers an academic and

personal adventure without going overseas.

Nearly 200 participating institutions welcome

you to live and take classes in a dream location

for up to one academic year.

international.boisestate.edu

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MASON SHAW

HOMETOWN: Idaho Falls, ID

MAJOR AT BSU: Spanish and Nursing

NSE LOCATION: Keene State, NH

STUDY ABROAD LOCATION:

Heredia, Costa Rica

FAVORITE PART: Becoming part of

another country and seeing that country

through a local viewpoint, not a tourist

perspective.

ADVICE FOR OTHER STUDENTS: Studying abroad has changed my life in so

many ways. There is not one day that goes by

where I don’t use something I learned from

studying abroad. Studying abroad will open

up your possibilities and it will make the

world seem a whole lot smaller.

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KATHRYN EVERARD

HOMETOWN: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

MAJOR: Human Resource Management

YEAR: Junior

BEST OF BOISE: I love Boise because

the spirit on campus and in the community

makes me feel like I’m a part of a huge family

away from home. Here we call it Bronco

Nation and I’m lucky to be a part of it.

BOISE, IDCAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Boise is one of the fastest-growing high-tech

cities in the nation and home to several cor-

porate headquarters, state and federal offices,

medical centers and media outlets. The city has

garnered national recognition from U.S. News

and World Report, Forbes and Inc. for being a

great place to live and work and study, as well

as being dubbed one of the hottest cities for

entrepreneurs. With stats like these, it’s easy to

see why nearly 47,000 alumni have chosen to

live in Boise after graduating from Boise State.

LOCATION

The capital of Idaho, Boise (that’s “Boy-Cee”)

rises spectacularly from a lush, green valley

surrounded by mountainous high desert.

Home to more than 635,000 people, the Boise

region is the largest urban area between Port-

land and Salt Lake City. Its nickname is Trea-

sure Valley—for its “treasure chest of resources

and opportunities.” Nationally recognized

for its safety, quality of life and beautiful

sunny climate, Boise is many things to many

people. It’s a big city, but offers small town

warmth. It’s fast paced, but also laid back. It’s

sophisticated, but friendly too. According to

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine, Boise

has all the ingredients for future success—one

of the ten great places in America that “will

only get better.” A young city with a median

resident age of just 33 years, Boise also main-

tains a healthy creative class: professionals

who work as scientists, engineers, architects,

educators, writers, artists or entertainers and

serve as the catalysts necessary for

a thriving metropolis.

CULTURE & DIVERSITY

Boise’s lively cultural and entertainment scene

is just a 10-minute walk from campus. In the

vibrant downtown area you’ll find coffeehous-

es, restaurants, movie theaters, dance clubs

and shops that cater to the college crowd.

You’ll discover no fewer than 15 museums,

including the Boise Art Museum, Idaho Black

History Museum, Basque Museum & Cultural

Center, Anne Frank Human Rights Memo-

rial, World Center for Birds of Prey and Zoo

Boise. The Boise community and surround-

ing population centers are home to a dynamic

population that makes the Treasure Valley one

of the most vital and culturally significant

regions in the Northwest.

GREAT FALLS

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SEATTLE

PORTLAND

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Very few universities can offer what Boise State

can: unparalleled, instant access to pristine

wilderness and great outdoor adventure.

A+ FOR ADVENTURE

Boise State is paradise for students who want to

mix adventure with academics. It’s a place where

you can get engaged—and get rugged. Where

you can catch air or a fish and be back in time

for finals. Where you can be king or queen of

the mountain and the classroom—all in the

same day.

Boise State earns rave reviews from snowboard-

ers, skiers, mountain bikers, whitewater rafters,

rock climbers, as well as students who like to

swim, camp, fly-fish and hike. A dream school

if you like your mountains high, your powder

deep, your rivers fast and furious and your for-

ests teeming with wildlife. Boise State delivers

nonstop wonder and thrills.

Never tried any of these adventures? Don’t

sweat it. Our Outdoor Program eliminates

the obstacles. Every year, we help hundreds

of students participate in organized trips and

adventures that teach techniques, skills and best

safety practices. And thanks to our extensive,

four-season equipment rental program, you

can get all the gear you need for an outing in

the Idaho wilderness without breaking your

student budget.

Idaho offers more than 3,100 miles of whitewa-

ter river—more than any other state in the lower

48. At world famous Sun Valley you’ll find Bald

Mountain. With a vertical drop of 3,400 feet,

it’s widely considered the best single ski moun-

tain in the world.

rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor

OUTDOORS

-QUICK FACTS-

05 MINUTES to fly-fishing

10 MINUTES to mountain biking in the foothills

20 MINUTES to floating the river

30 MINUTES to snow-boarding and cross-country skiing

50 MINUTES to world class kayaking and rafting

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-QUICK FACTS-

37,000 seating capacity in Bronco Stadium – home

of the “smurf turf ”

360 degree views at the Appleton Tennis Center

6 national championships the Boise State

Mane Line Dancers have won

5,000 free student and guest football tickets

65% Bronco student athletes above 3.0 gpa

18 athletic venues for training and competition

ATHLETICSATHLETIC FACILITIES

• Allen Noble Hall of Fame

• Appleton Tennis Center

• Arguinchona Basketball Complex

• Boas Tennis/Soccer Complex

• Bronco Gym

• Bronco Stadium

• Caven-Williams Sport Complex

• Dona Larsen Park

• Football Complex

• Jacksons Indoor Track

• Keith & Catherine Stein Band Hall

• Mtn. Cove Softball Facility

• Nicholson-Yanke Athletic Center

• Simplot Center for Athletic Excellence

• Sports Medicine

• Stueckle Sky Center

• Swimming & Diving Facilities

• Taco Bell Arena

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TRUE BLUE PRIDE

Bronco Pride is alive and well at Boise

State. Where else can you satisfy your urge

to jump up and down and cheer until your

muscles ache and your face turns blue? Any

true Broncos fan will tell you that all of

Boise State’s sports teams enjoy a long and

memorable history of thrills and successes.

From men’s and women’s basketball to indoor

and outdoor track & field, swimming and

diving to tennis and wrestling, there’s always

something to cheer about at Boise State.

There’s a common blue and orange thread

woven throughout the campus community

that supports a spirit of sportsmanship both

on and off the field. Sportsmanship isn’t just

the right way – it’s the only way as campus

and community come together in incredible

venues to cheer athletes competing in 19

men’s and women’s Division I intercollegiate

sports.

If you’re interested in being recruited as a

student athlete, visit broncosports.com to

complete a recruit questionnaire.

-MENS SPORTS-

Basketball / Cross Country / Football / Golf Indoor Track & Field / Outdoor Track & Field Tennis / Wrestling

-WOMENS SPORTS-

Basketball / Cross Country / Golf / GymnasticsIndoor Track & Field / Outdoor Track & Field Soccer / Softball / Swimming & Diving /Tennis / Volleyball

BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY | Athletics

INTRAMURALS

Break a sweat and play against other Boise

State students, faculty and staff through the

Intramural Sports Program.

• Bowling

• Basketball

• Dodgeball

• Flag Football

• Kickball

• Soccer (Indoor and Outdoor)

• Softball

• Ultimate Disc

• Volleyball

• Water Polo

CLUB SPORTS

The Club Sports teams are more competitive

than intramurals and may compete against other

universities and clubs in the region.

• Anglers

• Baseball

• Bowling

• Cycling

• Hockey (M)

• Judo

• Karate

• Kempo

• Krav Maga

• Kung Fu (Shao-Lin)

• Lacrosse (M/W)

• Paintball

• Racquetball

• Rodeo

• Rugby

• Ski/Snowboard

• Soccer (M/W)

• Softball

• Taekwondo

• Track and Field

• Triathlon

• Volleyball (M/W)

• Wakeboard

• Water Polo

OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED:

Boise State Cheerleaders cheerleading.boisestate.edu

Harvey Neef Mane Line Dancers thunder.boisestate.edu/manelinedancers

Keith Stein Blue Thunder Marching Band thunder.boisestate.edu

-QUICK FACTS-

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1,100 hours of community service performed by

club sport student athletes

$16,000 Hockey Club donation to Meals on Wheels

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TRUE BLUE PRIDE

APPLY AS A NEW FRESHMAN • Application for Admission

admissions.boisestate.edu/apply

• $50 application fee

• Official HS transcript or GED scores

• ACT or SAT results**ACT or SAT scores not required if you are 21 or older

admissions.boisestate.edu/freshman

APPLY AS A TRANSFER STUDENT • Application for Admission

admissions.boisestate.edu/apply

• $50 application fee

• Official transcripts from each

college attended

• Additional materials will be requested from

students with fewer than 14 transferable

semester credits

admissions.boisestate.edu/transfer

ADMISSION

HigH ScHool gPA RAnge From 3.14 3.09 3.03 2.97 2.91 2.86 2.80 2.74 2.69 2.63 2.57 2.51 2.46 2.40 2.34 2.29 2.23 2.17 2.11 2.06 2.00

AcT SAT to 4.00 3.13 3.08 3.02 2.96 2.90 2.85 2.79 2.73 2.68 2.62 2.56 2.50 2.45 2.39 2.33 2.28 2.22 2.16 2.10 2.05

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Note: Boise State does not require the ACT Writing Exam. For ACT/SAT comparisons only the SAT Math and Critical Reading (formerly Verbal) scores will be combined. If your GPA or test score is not shown, contact the Boise State Admissions Office for specific information.

July 2010

excellent candidate for Admission

Possible candidate for Admission

Unlikely candidate for Admission

FULL-TIME FEES FOR 2012-13 (Health insurance not included)

Idaho Resident Gem Recipient WUE Recipient Nonresident Fees $5,884 $5,884 $8,826 $17,324Books $1,242 $1,242 $1,242 $1,242Room/Board $7,438 $7,438 $7,438 $7,438Transportation $2,164 $2,630 $2,630 $2,630Personal $3,024 $3,024 $3,024 $3,024

$19,752 $20,218 $23,160 $31,658

APPLY AS A HOME SCHOOL STUDENT Visit our website for details:


APPLY WITH A GED

Visit our website for details:


APPLY AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

Visit our website for details:

admissions.boisestate.edu/international

OUT OF STATE STUDENTS

Boise State offers two programs that can reduce the cost

of nonresident tuition: Gem and WUE. Refer to the fees

table below for details. For more information:

financialaid.boisestate.edu/scholarships/nonresident.shtml

The Boise State Admission Index is used to evaluate your admissibility to Boise State. It combines high school GPA and ACT or SAT scores, placing the most weight on GPA. Find your GPA across the top and your test score down the left side. Draw a line from each toward the center until they intersect. If the intersection indicates you are an Excellent Candidate, you are highly likely to be admitted. If you are a Possible Candidate, admission will depend on several factors, including your academic record, date of application, and class availability. Possible candidates may submit recommendations and a personal statement for a more comprehensive review.

Will you be admitted? Find out online here: admissions.boisestate.edu/freshman

Quality education is within your means. Use the sample budget below to help you plan for college expenses. This is the same budget used by the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office to calculate your estimated costs for your year at Boise State.

Use the Estimated Cost of Attendance Calculator at: admissions.boisestate.edu/estimator

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SCHOLARSHIPS

You will be considered for Boise State scholarships and nonresident tuition assistance programs if the Admis-sions Office receives all admission materials no later than February 15th.

You must have a minimum cumulative unweighted 3.00 GPA to be considered for merit scholarships.

If you wish to be considered for need-based scholarships, you must also submit your FAFSA by February 15th.

To find out how you can be considered for as many Boise State scholarships as possible visit: financialaid.boisestate.edu/scholarships/howtoapply.shtml

INDIVIDUAL CAMPUS VISITS

Let us roll out the Blue Carpet for you! Campus visits include:

• Guided walking tours

• Information sessions with enrollment counselors

• Opportunities to meet with faculty in your area of interest

Schedule your campus visit or take a virtual tour at: admissions.boisestate.edu/visitus

To request more information about Boise State, visit: admissions.boisestate.edu/contact

FIND US ON

ADMISSION PRIORITY DATESApply early to improve your likelihood of being admitted and securing on-campus housing.

2013 Fall Semester Applications: September 1, 2012 – May 15, 2013

2013 Fall Scholarship deadline: February 15, 2013

2014 Spring Semester Applications: July 2013 – November 15, 2013

VISITING BOISE STATEDiscover Boise State

October 6, 2012January 19, 2013March 2, 2013

admissions.boisestate.edu/discover

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Blue and Orange Saturdaysadmissions.boisestate.edu/blueandorange


Boise State University | Office of Admissions

1910 University Drive Boise, ID 83725-1320

Call: 208.426.1156 | Toll Free: 1.800.824.7017 #1

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