Idaho ranked ninth in the top 10 states to be a student, according to Studee, a company that helps students choose the right college.
Studee compared the cost of tuition, rent, crime rates, happiness levels and several other factors to rank each state.
According to Studee, Idaho records low crime rates and high happiness levels. The state has an average cost of tuition of $7,586 and average room cost of $4,061.
“Idaho is a state full of wilderness, perfect for students who love hiking,” the study states.
Kim Stager can be reached at arg-life@uidaho.edu or on Twitter @journalismgoals