Despite the fact that most of the country’s potatoes come from Idaho, there is much more to the state than their famous crop. With impressive granite mountains, the deepest canyon in North America, and beautiful lakes and waterfalls, the backdrop of Idaho is a wonder to behold. For those who enjoy outdoor sports, Idaho has become a hot spot for skiing, hunting, golfing, fishing, swimming, and camping.
The economy in Idaho has traditionally depended on exporting its natural resources–such as silver, garnet, zinc, and rock–and agriculture, but recent years have seen the growth of both tourism and the high tech industry add to the economic stimulus. Jobs in the health care field are expected to lead the way for the future of Idaho’s economic growth. Despite the recent economic bumps felt across the country, Idaho still enjoys an unemployment rate significantly below that of the national rate. Working in Idaho is significantly more lucrative with an education beyond high school. Employees with a college education earn an average of about $33,000 more per year than those with only high school and short-term on-the-job training.
Getting that degree from a Christian university or Bible college is easy to do in Idaho. Whether you would like to earn a traditional degree from a school with a religious foundation or want to earn a theological degree, you have options for both. Northwest Nazarene University offers both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with a wide range of available courses of study, while schools like New Saint Andrew’s College offer degrees in theology and Christian studies. In addition to the excellent education you can receive at these schools, you will also enjoy the fellowship and extracurricular activities available at these schools knowing they are rooted in a Christian environment.
