24 AI and machine learning programs at 6 schools in Idaho.
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The strongest AI programs in Idaho on this list are led by Boise State University, University of Idaho, and Idaho State University. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Idaho, drawn from 24 programs at 6 schools.
Best AI programs in Idaho
Rank
School
Location
1
Boise State University
Boise, ID
2
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID
3
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
4
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
5
North Idaho College
Coeur d'Alene, ID
6
Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, ID
School names are plain text in the table. Profiles and write-ups are below when available.
How we ranked this list
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 88% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Idaho
Each school lists a quick overview (program, estimated cost, format) plus a short program summary with links to official school pages and related program paths. Tuition figures are published estimates—confirm current totals on the school’s program page before you apply.
1
Boise State University
Boise, ID
Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: 120
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD, CAE-R)
Program summary
Boise State University's program is the one profiled here. It’s built as a dedicated undergraduate AI major—confirm direct-admit rules and whether students can transfer in after a general first year.
Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (University of Idaho)
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD, CAE-R)
Program summary
University of Idaho is based in Moscow. The title reads AI/ML-first; still open the curriculum map to see how much is core AI versus borrowed CS, stats, or engineering electives.
Best for: Data professionals adding an AI/ML concentration
Program summary
Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. AI/ML is a concentration on a data science or analytics bachelor's—not a standalone AI degree.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (North Idaho College)
Program summary
Students looking at Coeur d'Alene will find North Idaho College on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Northwest Nazarene University)
Program summary
Students looking at Nampa will find Northwest Nazarene University on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
On this state ranking, Boise State University, University of Idaho, and Idaho State University appear near the top. We list 6 schools offering AI programs in Idaho. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Idaho?
About 24 AI programs at 6 schools show up for Idaho on this list. Confirm current offerings on each school site.
Online or campus?
Both can appear on state lists. Check each program’s delivery format and any required campus visits.
How does AIDegrees rank these programs?
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 88% of programs on this list have full scoring data. See the full ranking methodology for weights and data sources.
State list or overall ranking?
Use both—state lists help with in-state tuition and local networks; overall lists compare research strength and online options.
