The university is located in Nampa in the Boise, Idaho, metropolitan area. The area provides many urban and rural advantages. The altitude of 2,500 feet, the year-round mild climate, and the rich, fertile Treasure Valley surrounding the campus are assets. Visitors come from distant places to attend conferences and to enjoy Idaho's skiing, hunting, and fishing areas. People are discovering and enjoying Idaho, the Gem State.

The campus, with its 34 buildings, covers 85 acres in the south part of Nampa. The campus has been carefully planned for maximum use and development.