Lewis-Clark State College is a public 4-year college in Lewiston, Idaho with 2,385 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, costs an average of $13,632 a year after grants and graduates 39% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Lewis-Clark State College acceptance rate and admissions
Lewis-Clark State College admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Lewis-Clark State College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,876 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $22,798 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,772 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $22,863 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $13,632 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $13,632 a year after grants and scholarships, $9,231 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Lewis-Clark State College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Lewis-Clark State College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 39% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,487 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $17,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Lewis-Clark State College majors and what graduates earn
Lewis-Clark State College awarded bachelor's degrees in 42 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($83,303).
All 42 majors at Lewis-Clark State College
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Trade and career programs at Lewis-Clark State College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 17 | n/a | $61,383 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 16 | $63,344 | $63,975 | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,385 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 64% women, 36% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Lewis-Clark State College?
Lewis-Clark State College admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Lewis-Clark State College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,876 for in-state students and $22,798 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $13,632 a year in 2024-25.
Is Lewis-Clark State College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Lewis-Clark State College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Lewis-Clark State College?
39% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Lewis-Clark State College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,487 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.