School Overview
General Information
Lewis & Clark
State College (LCSC) is located in Lewiston, Idaho. LCSC is a public
undergraduate university with approximately 4,500 students, from more than 30
countries and more than 25 states. LCSC offers certificate programs and more
than 83 undergraduate degrees. It is well known for its degrees in the areas of
nursing, education, criminal justice, and technology.
Admissions Information
Applying at Lewis-Clark State College is simple and affordable. The
application fee is only $5.25. For convenience, use WarriorWeb,
LCSC's online record service for applicants and students. 59 percent of
applicants are admitted.
College Majors
Lewis-Clark State
College has diverse course options. Students can choose from the following
majors:
- Arts, Visual & Performing
- Music
- Biological & Biomedical Sciences
- Biology
- Business, Management, & Marketing
- Accounting
Technology - Administrative/Secretarial Services
- Business Administration/Management
- Hospitality Administration/Management
- Small Business Administration
- Communications & Journalism
- Communications/Rhetoric
- Communications Technologies
- Graphic/Printing Equipment Operation
- Computer & Information Sciences
- Computer Science B
- Computer/Information Sciences
- Web/Multimedia Management
- Education
- Elementary Education
- English Teacher Education
- Mathematics Education
- Physical Education
- Science Teacher Education
- Social Science Teacher Education
- Engineering Technologies
- Drafting and Design Technology
- Manufacturing Technologies
- English Language & Literature
- Creative Writing
- English Language & Literature
- Family & Consumer Sciences
- Child Development
- Health Professions & Clinical Sciences
- Management/Clinical Assistant
- Medical Office Assistant
- Nursing (RN)
- Nursing
- Radiologic Technology/Medical Imaging
- Law & Legal Studies
- Legal Administrative Assistance
- Paralegal/Legal Assistance
- Liberal Arts & Sciences
- Mathematics
- Mechanic & Repair Technologies
- Auto Body Repair
- Automotive Technology
- Diesel Mechanics
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Repair
- Heating/A.C./Refrigeration Mechanics
- Industrial Electronics
- Mechanics & Repair
- Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Behavioral Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Parks, Recreation & Fitness
- Exercise Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Precision Production Trades
- Welding Technology
- Psychology
- Public Administration & Services
- Social Work
- Security & Protective Services
- Corrections
- Criminal Justice Studies
- Fire Science/Firefighting
- Social Sciences
Undergraduate Programs
LCSC does not
provide any graduate degrees or programs. However, all the undergraduate
degrees are designed to give students an excellent education in the field of
their choice to better prepare them for future careers or further studies.
LCSC offers the
following Baccalaureate degrees:
- Biology
- Biology – with Secondary Certification
- Business Administration
- Business Administration – Management Accounting Emphasis
- Business and Communication – Business or Communications Capstone
- Business and Communication
- Business: Sport Administration
- Chemistry – Chemistry or Geochemistry
- Chemistry – with Secondary Certification
- Communication Arts
- Computer Science – Computer Science Emphasis
- Computer Science – Information Systems Emphasis
- Computer Science – Information Technology Emphasis
- Computer Science – Web Development Emphasis
- Earth Science
- Earth Science – with Secondary Certification
- Elementary Education
- English
- English – with Secondary Certification
- English: Creative Writing
- English: Publishing Arts
- General Studies: Business
- General Studies: Education
- General Studies: Humanities
- General Studies: Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- General Studies: Social Sciences
- Hospitality Management
- Interdisciplinary Studies – Business / Social Sciences with
International Emphasis - Interdisciplinary Studies
- Justice Studies – Criminal Justice or Corrections / Human Services
- Kinesiology
- Management
- Management – Radiography
- Mathematics – with Secondary Certification
- Mathematics
- Natural Science – with Secondary Certification
- Nursing
- Nursing: LPN to BSN
- Nursing: RN to BSN
- Psychology
- Secondary Education: Biology
- Secondary Education: Chemistry
- Secondary Education: Earth Science
- Secondary Education: English
- Secondary Education: Mathematics
- Secondary Education: Natural Science
- Secondary Education: Social Science – History
- Social Science – with Secondary Certification
- Social Sciences – Anthropology Emphasis
- Social Sciences – History Emphasis
- Social Sciences – Political Science Emphasis
- Social Sciences – Sociology Emphasis
- Social Work
- Special Education – Paraprofessional to Teacher
- Sport Administration
- LCSC offers the
following Associate's degrees: - Behavioral Science
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship
- Liberal Arts – Natural Science &
Mathematics - Liberal Arts – Humanities
- Liberal Arts
- Liberal Arts – Social Sciences
- Paraprofessional Education
- Practical Nursing
- Radiographic Science
Online Degrees and Programs
LCSC offers Distance
Learning for completion of the following degrees:
Business Division
- Business
Administration (AS) - Business
Administration (BS) - Entrepreneurship
(AS) - Management
(BS)
Humanities Division
- Liberal
Arts (AA) - Nursing and Health
Division - RN
to BSN
Education Division
- Teacher
Education (PACE Program) - Business
Technological Service Division - Early
Childhood Development (BAS) - Early
Childhood Development (AAS) - Web
Development (AAS)
Rankings
Over the past few years, the U.S.
News and World Report has ranked LCSC among the top public colleges in the
West because of its Comprehensive-Bachelor's Degree categories. LCSC was number
one on that list in 2002, 2005 and 2007.
Accreditation
Lewis-Clark
State College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and
Universities.
LCSC also has accreditation from the International Assembly for Collegiate
Business Education (IACBE).
Departments, Colleges, and Schools
LCSC's academic programs
are organized according to Academic Divisions:
Business
Education
Humanities
Natural Sciences
Nursing and Health
Sciences
Social Sciences
LCSC also has two Professional
Technical Divisions: Business Technology & Science and Technical &
Industrial.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Students who wish to
apply for financial aid must first complete their FAFSA. See the LCSC website
for assistance completing your FAFSA. Students who qualify may access one or
more of these financial awards: grants, scholarships, work-study, loans, and
veteran benefits.
Library System
The LCSC Library provides the campus family with research help, books,
articles, databases, journals, and more. The LCSC Library also provides access
online for research off-campus.
Athletics
LCSC is a member of
the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). LCSC plays in the
NAIA Division 1 Frontier Conference. LCSC is well-known for its 16 national baseball championships (1984-2008). Men and women compete
in basketball, cross country, and golf. Men also compete in baseball and
tennis, while women also compete in volleyball and track & field.
Student Housing
College Place is the residence hall
available for student housing. It has 22 suites, each complete with a shower
room, toilet room, and vanity area. Internet service is provided within the
residence hall. College Place also has a spacious kitchenette and Common Area
designed with comfort and entertainment.
General Information
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Admission Office 500 Eighth Avenue Lewiston, ID 83501-2698 (208) 792-2210 (800) 933-5272 Fax: (208) 792-2876 [email protected] Contact: Diane Douglas Registrar/Director of Admissions |
Main Address 500 Eighth Avenue Lewiston, ID 83501 (208) 792-5272 www.lcsc.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 3,940 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 649 Degree-seeking undergrads: 3,027 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $35 Online application fee: $35 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 59% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 52% |
College Majors
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Arts, Visual & Performing Music – General A Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biology B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting Technology A,B,C Communications & Journalism Communications/Rhetoric B Communications Technologies Graphic/Printing Equipment Operation A,B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Elementary Education B Engineering Technologies Drafting and Design Technology A,B English Language & Literature Creative Writing B Family & Consumer Sciences Child Development A,B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Management/Clinical Assistant A,B,C Law & Legal Studies Legal Administrative Assistance A,B,C Liberal Arts & Sciences Liberal Arts & Sciences A Mathematics Mathematics – General B Mechanic & Repair Technologies Auto Body Repair A,B,C Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Behavioral Sciences A Parks, Recreation & Fitness Exercise Sciences B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Precision Production Trades Welding Technology A,B,C Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Social Work B Security & Protective Services Corrections B Social Sciences Social Sciences – General B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor's degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the
accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to
change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions
officer.
Lewis-Clark State College Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (208) 792-5272 |
| Website: | www.lcsc.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Public |
| Apply Online: | www.lcsc.edu/admissions/applying-to-lcsc/ |
| Address: | 500 8th Ave, Lewiston, ID 83501-2698 |
| Setting: | City: Small |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 3,748 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 23% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 12 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 2,150 (57% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $6,982 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $19,978 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 94% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $6,356 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Lewis-Clark State College Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Lewis-Clark State College.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 3 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 6 | 7 | 9 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services | 1 | 1 | |||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | 3 | 6 | ||
| Construction Trades | 1 | ||||
| Education | 2 | 9 | |||
| Engineering | 1 | ||||
| Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields | 4 | 4 | |||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 2 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 6 | 5 | 6 | ||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | 2 | |||
| Legal Professions and Studies | 3 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 2 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 12 | 6 | 4 | ||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 2 | 1 | |||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 4 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 4 | ||||
| Precision Production | 2 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Psychology | 1 | ||||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 4 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 1 | ||||
| Grand total | 31 | 38 | 68 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Lewis-Clark State College and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $6,982 |
| Out-of-state | $19,978 |
| Books and supplies | $1,650 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $0 |
| Out-of-state | $0 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 445 | 94% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 408 | 86% | $6,356 |
| Student loan aid | 242 | 51% | $5,150 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 2,072 | 56% | $6,475 |
| Federal student loans | 1,426 | 39% | $6,472 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Lewis-Clark State College. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Lewis-Clark State College students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 1,683 | 727 | 956 | Percent admitted | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 31% | 30% | 31% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Lewis-Clark State College Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 3,748 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 3,748 |
| Graduate enrollment | 0 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Lewis-Clark State College Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Specialized institution accreditations:
- American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
- Physical Therapy (PTA) - Programs for the physical therapist assistant
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
- Radiologic Technology (RAD) - Programs for radiographers
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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