| Public university | City | County | Instructional staff (FTE) | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise State University | Boise | Ada County | 1,024.67 | Official site |
| Idaho State University | Pocatello | Bannock County | 671.33 | Official site |
| University of Idaho | Moscow | Latah County | 575.67 | Official site |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Lewiston | Nez Perce County | 168 | Official site |
Largest first by instructional staff (FTE), as each employer reports it to its federal registry.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2025–26 institutional characteristics and fall 2024 human resources. Data captured October 2, 2026.
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