Academics

Find your passion in science and mathematics

The College of Science (COS) at University of Idaho offers a wide range of STEM degrees designed to prepare you for careers in research, healthcare, environmental science and technology. With small class sizes, hands-on learning and expert faculty, you'll gain the skills and experience to succeed.

From lab research and fieldwork to internships and real-world projects, our academic programs emphasize practical, career-focused learning that sets you apart. Explore biology, data science, geology, physics and more, and get personalized support and career-focused opportunities at every stage — from your first class to graduate studies and beyond.

Find the right undergraduate, master’s and doctoral program for your career goals. 

Add a certificate

Our certificate programs are a great way to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of the competition, whether you’re a current student or you’re a professional with several years of career experience. Certificate programs offered through the College of Science are comprised of flexible, tailored courses that will build your skills and keep your knowledge up to date in rapidly evolving fields.

Explore available COS certificates using the filtering options above.

Add a minor

Elevate your education by earning a College of Science minor. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge in fields like biochemistry, biology or chemistry, or explore areas such as climate change or microbiology, COS minors provide a unique edge in academics and career readiness.

Find your people

Find your place in the College of Science, home to six departments that each offer endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.

College of Science departments:

• Department of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
• Department of Biological Sciences
• Department of Chemistry
• Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
• Department of Mathematics and Statistical Science
• Department of Physics

Enhance your learning with hands-on research opportunities

At COS, science isn’t just something you study — it’s something you do. Our world-class researchers are making discoveries that impact the future and as a student here, you’ll be part of it.

You’ll learn directly from scientists who are leading breakthroughs in their fields, and you’ll have opportunities to get involved in research as early as your first year. From mapping the Earth with geospatial tools to studying DNA in bioinformatics labs or exploring climate change in Idaho’s diverse landscapes, hands-on experience is built into your education.

You’ll also have opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research through the IDEA Network for Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) and the Institute for Modeling Complex Interactions (IMCI).