Fort Lewis College
About Fort Lewis College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fort Lewis College is a public liberal arts college in Durango, Colorado, near the San Juan Mountains. It offers programs in business, psychology, biology, and outdoor education, with tuition-free attendance for qualifying Native American students.
Founded
1911
Location
Durango, Colorado
Students
3,231
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
77.3%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
35.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,958
Out-of-state: $21,526
Avg Net Price
$17,296
After financial aid
SAT Average
1111
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$46,349
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jul 1
Fort Lewis College accepts the majority of applicants at 77.3%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1111/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
35.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
66.1%
4-Year Grad
30%
6-Year Grad
44%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
81.6%
$/Student
$10.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 30% graduation rate is below average, but 66.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,958
In-State
$21,526
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,680
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,030
After Financial Aid
$17,296
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,622
Receive Grants
34.9%
Take Loans
30%
The full cost of attendance is about $27,030/yr for in-state students, including $13,680 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $17,296. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $21,526.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Fort Lewis College fund their education.
While in School
34.9%
Get Grants
Free money
30%
Take Loans
Must repay
$41,306
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,389
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$195/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 30% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,389. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Fort Lewis College.
Gender
52.6%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,079
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
152
Graduates
30.9%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
11.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 30.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
3,079
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Fort Lewis College fields 8 varsity teams with 504 student athletes, about 16% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Rocky Mountain
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
504
16% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
294
Men
210
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fort Lewis Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,349
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$33K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$24K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$23K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$26K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Fine and Studio Arts
$23K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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