Since 1889, the University of Idaho has been a place that expects more from itself, more from its students, more from knowledge and more from life.
We offer a distinctive combination of outstanding majors and graduate programs, accomplished faculty, world-class facilities, renowned research and a residential campus in a spectacular natural setting. It's no wonder we're ranked among the top national universities in the country (U.S. News & World Report). We're also one of the best values in higher education (The Princeton Review).
Global Impact of University Research
Overview of Research
The University of Idaho is a leading national research university that attracts outstanding faculty and students who are passionate about their work.
At the University of Idaho, scholarly and creative activity aspires to generate knowledge that strengthens the scientific, economic, cultural, social, and legal foundations of an open, diverse, and democratic society. Our goal is to achieve excellence in scholarship and creative activity through an institutional culture that values and promotes strong academic areas and interdisciplinary collaboration among them.
Research Focus Areas
- Biomedical and molecular biology research
- Agricultural and natural resources plant, animal and fisheries research
- Environmental and ecological research
- Energy and water resources research
- Bioremediation and subsurface science research
- Nanotechnology and material sciences research
- Educational program design and assessment research
Resources to Businesses
The University of Idaho provides exceptional access to businesses and professionals in the region including faculty, technology, research, internships and partnerships. Strategic academic focus areas of most interest to new businesses to the region include engineering, sciences, natural resources, environmental science and business and economics.
Points of Pride
- We are a national research institution with world-class labs and facilities
- We have received nearly $100 million in research funding each year since 2003, and recently received a $10-million grant from the National Institutes of Health.
- Our library is the largest in the state, with more than two million holdings.
Exceptional Faculty: Our approximately 850 faculty are committed to creating innovative programs that will benefit you. They come from diverse backgrounds with academic portfolios that place them among the top researchers in their fields.
Internships: Individual departments, as well as the Career and Professional Planning office will assist in matching qualified students with businesses for internships throughout the year. Some internships are paid, others are not or students received stipends. Most students can receive college credit for their internship experience. If you are interested in learning more about hiring interns, click here for the Employer Services site as a starting point.
Successful Graduates: University of Idaho graduates include famous inventors, politicians, scholars, entrepreneurs, scientists, athletes and educators who are leaders in their communities. The Career and Professional Planning office also provides employers with the Vandal Career Connection to learn more about alumni and their level of preparedness to enter into the competitive workplace.
Vibrant Campus Experience
Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival: Lionel Hampton was among the many remarkable jazz musicians who made the festival a second home, of sorts. His love affair with education, jazz and Moscow started in 1984 and he helped fine-tune the annual gathering into a now internationally acclaimed four-day jazz festival named in his honor, the Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival. 2008 marks the centennial of Hampton’s birth.
Borah Symposium: The mission of the Borah Foundation is to continue the work of Senator Borah by sponsoring a variety of educational programs and projects which focus on understanding and removing the causes of war, and understanding and implementing the conditions that contribute to world peace. The Borah Symposium is held annual in the spring and is co-sponsored by the Martin Institute featuring four days of exceptional speakers and activities.
University of Idaho Golf Course: The University of Idaho golf course is a very challenging par 72. It was originally designed by Francis L. James, and constructed in 1933 as a nine hole golf course. In 1968, the course was redesigned by Bob Bolduck and nine additional holes were added.
Idaho Repertory Theatre: In residence at the University of Idaho, the Idaho Repertory Theatre is the longest running professional repertory theatre in the Inland Northwest. They have been entertaining the Palouse for the past 55 years.
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