- Carrington College's Boise campus is the perfect spot to earn an associate degree or certificate in a medical field. That's because it's in a modern 46,000 square foot building located near many of the city's health care facilities. Close to several bus stops and featuring a beautifully landscaped patio, the campus is easy to find. Once you're there, you might want to stay. Modern classrooms, a full multimedia library and a computer lab are just the beginning. You can learn from health care professionals who are experienced in their field. We've even partnered with local health care organizations to make sure you're learning the skills you need for a successful career. Carrington College offers associate and bachelor's degree programs, as well as certificate programs in the medical field for those looking to transform their lives with an education that leads to careers, not just jobs. Take a look at our programs and embrace the future that could be yours with a degree or certificate from Carrington College.
School Highlights
Carrington College-Boise serves 478 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 39%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Acceptance Rate: 96%
- Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 54%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Carrington College-Boise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five years.
Carrington College-Boise
(ID) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
43 staff
138 staff
Number of Programs Offered
9
5
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Carrington College-Boise has declined by 35% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Carrington College-Boise diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
478 students
6,766 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
478 students
1,135 students
# Part-Time Students
33 students
5,631 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
509 students
436 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
478 students
1,135 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
33 students
5,631 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
7%
2%
% Hispanic
31%
17%
% Black
3%
3%
% White
46%
61%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
10%
11%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
62%
44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,000
$27,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,487
$11,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,582
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
96%
96%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Carrington College-Boise often compared to?
Carrington College-Boiseis often viewed alongside schools like College of Western Idaho by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Carrington College-Boise?
The acceptance rate of Carrington College-Boise is 96%, which is equal to the state average of 96%.
What is Carrington College-Boise's ranking?
Carrington College-Boise ranks among the top 20% of community college in Idaho for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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