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.

Campus Development

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Boise

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.

Rendering of CWI Boise Campus corner view

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.

News

Announcements

College of Western Idaho Campus Development

Campus Development Update – Fall 2025

From Nampa to Boise, CWI’s campus development is moving forward. See what’s new now and what’s opening next.

Community

Idaho Governor Brad Little accepts a ceremonial check for $75M from the Idaho Lottery Commission.

Idaho Lottery Supports CWI and Idaho Campuses with $75 Million Dividend

The Idaho Lottery celebrated its 36th anniversary by presenting a $75 million dividend to the State of Idaho, supporting education and infrastructure projects across the state, including improvements...

Announcements

Dignitaries stand with shovels for a ceremonial groundbreaking.

CWI Breaks Ground on Bold New Development in Boise’s River District

College of Western Idaho and community partners broke ground on a new 101,000-square-foot academic facility in Boise’s River District on Monday, June 23. The project will expand access to high-...

Community

An architectural rendering of a new building

CWI Board Greenlights Public-Private Partnership for New Boise Campus

College of Western Idaho has approved a public-private partnership with Ahlquist Development to build a new Boise campus, creating a centralized, mixed-use space focused on student success and...

Giving & Scholarships

A line of ceremonial shovels stick out of the ground.

CWI Launches Public Phase of $138 Million Powering the Treasure Valley Campaign

CWI launches the public phase of its Powering the Treasure Valley campaign, seeking community support to fund scholarships, programs, and workforce development.