Local festivals celebrate Basque, Greek, Mexican, German and Celtic culture. In a day's drive you can visit west coast cities as well as Yellowstone and Teton National Parks. Best of all, Boise offers you a safe and beautiful environment in which to study and enjoy your everyday life. Boise's weather has four seasons with great outdoor activities and more than 300 days of sunshine each year. Spring brings occasional showers and mild, comfortable temperatures.
Summer is hot and dry, while fall has warm days and cool evenings.
Outdoor sports throughout the year range from hiking, fishing and river sports to golf, tennis, and mountain biking. Students may be admitted with a conditional admission which allows time for improvement in the English language. Medical evacuation and repatriation benefits are included as part of the Intensive English Program insurance provisions. The Intensive English Program will arrange housing for students in university residence halls on campus for an additional fee, or you can make your own private arrangements. Standard housing fees accommodate two students per room.