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Workforce, innovation and partnership

Boise State University drives workforce development, innovation, and applied research, preparing job-ready graduates and positioning Idaho for economic growth locally, nationally, and globally.

Workforce development

Making Boise State graduates the first and best choice for Idaho jobs

Boise State prepares job-ready graduates through applied learning, industry partnerships, and high-demand programs that drive Idaho’s economy.

Explore stories of our graduates and programs making a difference in Idaho’s workforce.

National and global impact

Competing on the world stage

Boise State elevates Idaho’s national and global presence through international partnerships, applied research, and leadership in critical technology sectors—positioning the state as a competitive force in a global economy.

Serving and advancing Idaho communities

Innovation That Moves Idaho Forward

As a trusted public partner, Boise State collaborates with communities, businesses, and government to address Idaho’s most pressing challenges—expanding opportunity and driving economic development statewide.