NAMPA, Idaho — The College of Western Idaho celebrated the opening of its new Health Sciences building, marking the first expansion at the Nampa main campus since the school opened 16 years ago.

For many students, cost remains a significant barrier to higher education. The new facility is helping CWI maintain its commitment to affordable education while providing comprehensive training programs.

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"They are extremely expensive. They're $20,000 for nine months," said Shayla Scherber, a dental assisting student, referring to other educational options she considered.

"And then I looked into CWI, and I noticed how affordable it was. And you a

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