The Argonaut newspaper, published by the students, for the students since 1898, publishes print editions roughly once a month during the academic year, timed to popular campus events such as the first week of school, Homecoming and commencement. Copies are available for free at dozens of locations across the University of Idaho campus and city of Moscow.
The Argonaut publishes daily digital content at www.uiargonaut.com. Don’t miss our digital advertising opportunities.
Argonaut print advertisements are priced per column inch. We offer free ad design, or you can design your own.
To start your order, email [email protected] or 208-885-5780.
Spring 2024 print schedule
- Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024
- Remaining print dates will be determined as the semester progresses, and are estimated to be late February, late March, mid-April and early May
Price per column inch
Newspaper columns wide by inches tall.
- All clients: $5.70 per column inch
All ads are in color; no extra charge for color.
Black and white ads can be published; please inquire.
Front-Page Ads
Premium front-page spots include full color and eye-catching placement at the top or bottom of the page. Only one advertiser can fill each spot each issue – so claim yours today!
- Top: $350
- Bottom: $300
Inches to Columns conversion
| Columns | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Inches | 1.52 | 3.22 | 4.91 | 6.61 | 8.3 | 10 |
Semester Special
Buy ads in three print editions and receive a free ad!
Common Sizes
Eighth page
3 col. (4.91″) x 5″
$85.50
Quarter page
Vertical: 3 col. (4.91″) x 10″
Horizontal: 6 col. (10″) x 5″
$171
Half page
6 col. (10″) x 10″
$342
Full page
6 col. (10″) x 20″
$684
Front-Page Ads
6 col. (10″) x 2″
Top: $350
Bottom: $300
Print inserts
Print your own poster, flyer or pamphlet, send it to the Lewiston Tribune and have it inserted into The Argonaut.
Ship inserts to 505 Capital St., Lewiston, ID, 83501. Full run is 2,800 papers. Max insert size is 9″ by 12″. Rates net to The Argonaut. Acceptance upon Argonaut approval.
Single Sheet
- Per 1,000: $44
- Full run: $198
Single Sheet 4+ times annually
- Per 1,000: $40
- Full run: $180
Multiple Pages
- Per 1,000: $54
- Full run: $243
Multiple Pages 4+ times annually
- Per 1,000: $50
- Full run: $225
Blot, our student-run magazine, prints four times a year, in October, December, March and May. In addition to pick-up spots around the community, Blot staff members hand hundreds of magazines directly to readers on campus.
Ads capture readers’ attention in our full-color, glossy magazine. Work with our design staff for free, or submit your own design.
To start your order, email [email protected] or 208-885-5780.
Outside back cover full
$900
Inside back cover full
$700
Interior page full
$500
Half-page
$250
Quarter page
$150
Print Ad Policies
All advertising is subject to acceptance by The Argonaut or Blot, which reserve the right to reject ad copy.
The Argonaut or Blot does not assume financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertising unless an error materially affects the ad’s meaning as determined by the Student Media Board. The Argonaut or Blot’s liability shall not exceed the cost of the advertisement in which the error occurred, and a refund or credit will be given for the first incorrect insertion only. Make-goods must be called in to the student Advertising Manager ([email protected]) within seven working days. The Argonaut and Blot assume no responsibility for damages caused by responding to fraudulent advertisements.