University of Idaho, Coeur d'Alene

Contact Information

Andrew R. Fields, Ed.D., CEO of University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene: 1031 N. Academic Way Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814-2277; phone: 208-292-1737; cdactr@uidaho.edu; Website: Coeur d'Alene Center

University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene provides high-quality academic programming, enables cutting-edge research, and offers engaging community resources to the North Idaho region. U of I CDA offers in person, online and hybrid model programs held on the North Idaho College campus in the Hedlund Building and DeArmond Building, part of the North Idaho Higher Education corridor.  Student Services are offered in the DeArmond Building and faculty and administrative offices are nearby at the Harbor Center.

Academics

Our close-knit campus community emboldens you to grow and thrive academically and personally. As a transfer-focused campus, we make earning your bachelor’s degree seamless with our 2+2 programs — start your coursework at a partner institution like North Idaho College and finish in-person at U of I Coeur d’Alene. You can also start from scratch and complete your degree entirely online with full support in North Idaho. Whether you're transferring, starting your graduate degree or pursuing an online program, you’ll find the personalized support and encouragement you need to reach your academic and career goals.

Undergraduate Degrees  

U of I Coeur d'Alene offers the following undergraduate degree in person and/or online1:

  • Child Development (B.S.)
  • Computer Science (B.S.C.S.)
  • Cybersecurity (B.S.)
  • Early Childhood Education (B.S.)
  • Elementary Education* with K-8 licensure (B.S.Ed.)  
  • English* (B.S.)
  • General Studies* (BGS)
  • Interdisciplinary Studies* (B.A. or B.S.)
  • Organizational Sciences* (B.S.)
  • Psychology* (B.A. or B.S.)
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Programs available online are marked with an asterisk.

Graduate Degrees 

U of I Coeur d'Alene offers the following graduate degrees in person and/or online1: 

  • Computer Science* (M.S.)
  • Curriculum and Instruction* (M.Ed.)
  • Cybersecurity* (M.S.)
  • Educational Leadership* (Ed.S.Ed.Ldrshp. or M.Ed.)
  • Education* (Ed.D.)
  • Electrical Engineering* (M.Engr., M.S., or Ph.D.)
  • Environmental Science – Water Science Emphasis* (M.S. or Ph.D.)
  • Gerontology* (M.S.)
  • Interdisciplinary Science and Technology* (P.S.M.)
  • Leadership and Organization Development* (M.S.)
  • Natural Resources* (M.N.R.)  
  • Psychology* (M.S.)
  • Special Education* (M.Ed.)
  • Additional graduate coursework and degrees available through Engineering Outreach 
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Programs available online are marked with an asterisk.

Research

  • U of I’s Center for Intelligent Industrial Robotics in the Hedlund Building on the NIC campus supports research and development by undergraduate, graduate, postdoctoral and faculty researchers in projects with wide-ranging implications to agriculture, industry, education and the computer science field at large. 
  • At University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene, research isn’t confined to a lab — it’s embedded in the community, shaping the future of North Idaho and beyond. Through innovative research, meaningful outreach and strong regional partnerships, U of I Coeur d’Alene students and faculty tackle real-world challenges while making a lasting impact.
  • University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene is driving North Idaho’s future through innovative programs that fuel economic development, support advanced manufacturing and promote environmental stewardship. By connecting students, researchers and industry leaders, we create hands-on learning experiences, cutting-edge research opportunities and community-driven solutions that shape a thriving, sustainable region.

Student Research and Academic Excellence

U of I Coeur d’Alene offers one-of-a-kind opportunities to engage in meaningful research that connects classroom learning with practical experience. As an undergraduate or graduate student, you can work alongside faculty and industry leaders on projects in precision agriculture, robotics, K-12 education and more. Whether through internships, student teaching or independent research, this hands-on experience prepares you for a career or advanced study.

Community Engagement

  • Engagement with local citizens, businesses, agencies, and individuals is a primary goal for U of I Coeur d’Alene. The center makes university resources available to the community through facility rentals, business and professional development, community science initiatives and continued education.  
  • The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute is housed at the Harbor Center in Coeur d’Alene, with U of I Coeur d’Alene staff facilitating water research and development throughout the region and the state. In North Idaho, IWRRI coordinates the Bay Watchers lake citizen science program and the Confluence Project water research program for local high school students. IWRRI also partners with regional water resources organizations in Our Gem to encourage research and engage the community in the health of Lake Coeur d’Alene, and with the Panhandle Stormwater and Erosion Education Program (SEEP) to certify local industry professionals in stormwater management and erosion control. 
  • The university’s northern extension district office is headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, providing programs and services to the 10 northern counties in Idaho. Extension’s non-credit community programs include 4H, Master Gardeners, Master Forest Stewards and Eat Smart Idaho, among others.  
  • U of I Coeur d’Alene is also host or home to educator resources from the College of Education, Health and Human Services, including the Region 1 Idaho Regional Mathematics Center, TRIO programs, North Idaho Principal Cohort, the Idaho Building Capacity Project, and Indigenous Knowledge for Effective Education.