Boise Development
College of Western Idaho (CWI) is pleased to announce the construction of our new Boise location, which will be part of a mixed-use development enhancing the opportunity to deliver high-quality, affordable education. This new development, located on property the College owns at Whitewater Park Boulevard and Main Street, will allow CWI to vacate leased facilities in Ada County, move into owned facilities, and centralize resources for students and the community.
The College has partnered with Ahlquist, Hummel Architects, and ESI Construction for design and development of this critical CWI location. The mixed-use development will include retail offerings, housing, hospitality services, and a parking garage, as well as plaza and gathering spaces for the community and CWI.
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CWI's new Boise location will be in the heart of Idaho's largest city, providing students access to many of our state's largest and most technologically advanced employers and will offer:
- State-of-the-art technology and modern classroom space fostering innovation, collaboration, and hands-on learning opportunities.
- Critical academic transfer courses as well as other programs serving local employers, including information technology programs.
- Ahlquist’s private development will include a parking garage, retail shops, restaurants, an apartment building, and a hotel providing amenities for both the CWI community and the surrounding neighborhood.
Location: Whitewater Park Boulevard and Main Street in Boise at The River District
Size: 101,000 square feet
Programming: Business, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology
Estimated Opening: Fall 2027
Construction Update – November 2025
- Site work is progressing with excavation, grading, and upcoming utility trenching to support future development and infrastructure.
- The project team is coordinating with the city on building permit approvals and working with Ahlquist on full-property development.
