College of Eastern Idaho SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
CEI’s 100% acceptance rate means admission is broadly accessible, but the 60% freshman retention rate is the number to take seriously. Since CEI is test-optional, your testing strategy should be practical: submit SAT or ACT scores if they strengthen your profile, and use preparation to build the skills that help you start college ready.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
College of Eastern Idaho facts and stats
College of Eastern Idaho is an urban public college with an undergraduate enrollment of 3,013 students. CEI reports a freshman retention rate of 60%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1.
Idaho Falls, ID
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Key College of Eastern Idaho application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
Not offered
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
June 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to CEI, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for superscore-focused retakes. CEI does not list an Early Action or Regular Decision deadline here, so do not time testing around the June 1 financial aid priority deadline unless another requirement asks for scores.
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What you'll actually pay
CEI’s in-state tuition is $5,370, while out-of-state tuition is $7,740. To be considered for financial aid, submit the FAFSA by the June 1 priority deadline.
Out-of-state tuition at College of Eastern Idaho is $7,740, while in-state tuition is $5,370. Because CEI is a public college, actual costs can vary based on eligibility for the lower in-state rate, fees, books, living expenses, and financial need. Students should compare the posted tuition with their financial aid offer to estimate what they will pay.
Student life at College of Eastern Idaho
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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