University of Idaho sees improved enrollment numbers
Retainment is a central goal for the Strategic Enrollment Management team

UI has seen improved enrollment numbers this semester compared to the prior 2020 fall semester, with increased numbers in almost all categories.  Though the pandemic continues to affect the daily lives of the students, faculty and staff at […]

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International student enrollment declines due to COVID-19
As countries shut down, students choose between family and college

There are multiple explanations answering why international student enrollment has declined during this academic year. COVID-19, additional costs and travel bans all pose barriers to those looking to study abroad.   […]

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University of Idaho budget likely to see surplus
$4.7 million to act as buffer for cuts and losses

The University of Idaho will have a large surplus this year to help the institution through enrollment losses, state funding holds and other budget cuts, according to statements from the university budget and planning staff during a Tuesday Faculty Senate meeting.

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UI closing fall enrollment gap
COVID-19 may have had less of an effect on enrollment than previously expected

A few months ago, University of Idaho officials expressed concerns about the effect COVID-19 could have on enrollment. Now, it seems the impact may not be as bad as they worried.   Despite the abrupt transition to online […]

Budget
A beginners guide to the budget deficit
Program cuts are still a possibility, though a final decision hasn't been made

Cars filled to the brim with hopeful new Vandals drive past bright green hills as they embark
on their first year of college life. They arrive at the University of Idaho and eagerly unpack their
bags, preparing for whatever college has in store for them. From Greek Life to the residence halls and off- campus housing, students learn what their time at UI will mean. While they adjust to their academic lives, students must similarly adjust to changes in UI’s General Education Budget in face of the $22 million deficit.