University of Idaho

The University of Idaho is a land-grant university formed by the Territorial Legislature of Idaho in 1889, located in Moscow, Idaho. The university opened its doors on October 3, 1892 with an initial class of 40 students. The first graduating class in 1896 contained two men and two women. Today, the university has an enrollment of over 12,000. The university offers 154 degree programs, from agribusiness to zoology, including bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and specialists' degrees. Certificates of completion are offered in 16 areas of study.

Student life

Campus housing

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• Coed housing
• Men's housing
• Women's housing
• Apartments for married students
• Apartments for single students
• Cooperative housing
• Fraternity/sorority housing
• Special housing for disabled students
• Special housing for international students

Transportation

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All students are permitted to have cars on campus. Public transportation also serves the campus. The nearest airports are in Pullman, Washington 5 miles (8 km) and Spokane, Washington 90 miles (145 km), the nearest passenger train station is in Spokane, Washington 90 miles (145 km), the nearest bus station is in Moscow, Idaho.

Related Topics:
Pullman, Washington - Spokane, Washington - Moscow, Idaho

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Student employment

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School employment is available, with approximately 35% of undergraduates working on campus during the 2003 to 2004 academic year. The average amount undergraduates may expect to earn per year from part-time on-campus work is $2,340.

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Campus events

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The most popular cultural and campus events are the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, Palousafest, and Football.

Related Topics:
Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival - Football

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Moscow

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Moscow, Idaho is a college town of about 21,000 residents. It is located in the rolling hills of the Palouse region of North Central Idaho. Moscow, Idaho surrounds the University of Idaho campus and most stores and restaurants are within easy walking distance.

Related Topics:
Moscow, Idaho - Palouse - North Central Idaho

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