At less than half the cost of Idaho public universities, College of Western Idaho (CWI) is a smart choice for those looking to get started in a new career or a better future.
Tuition
- In-District Idaho Resident: $139 / credit hour
- Out-of-District Idaho Resident: $139 / credit hour + $50 per credit (up to $500 per semester)
- Non-Resident / International: $306 / credit hour
- Idaho Dual Credit Students: $75 / credit hour
Fees
Instructional Support Service Fee
All students will be charged an Instructional Support Service Fee based on the number of enrolled credits each semester.
- Six (6) or more credits: $55 / semester
- Less than six (6) credits: $25 / semester
Course Material Fees
Some classes have fees in addition to the above costs to pay for course materials. Additional fees may include:
- Special course fees used to pay for special equipment, labs, or materials
- IncludEd fees for digital instructional materials
Visit Course Materials for a description of each of these fees and how to identify fees within Student Planning on myCWI. Fees are subject to change without notice.
Exceptions
Tuition and fee costs will vary from those outlined above for the following student populations:
- Adult Education: Grant-funded Adult Education classes are available at CWI at no cost to those in need of offered services.
- Workforce Development: Costs vary for Workforce Development classes based on content and delivery.
- Senior Citizens: Students, age 60 and over, qualify for 50% of tuition based on applicable residency status. Visit the Senior Citizen Rates section on the Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid page of the Academic Catalog to learn more.