Lewis and Clark Community College
About Lewis and Clark Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lewis and Clark Community College teaches in Godfrey, Illinois, above the Mississippi near where the expedition it is named for set out. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1970
Location
Godfrey, Illinois
Students
2,487
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,340
Out-of-state: $7,840
Avg Net Price
$3,349
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,724
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
44.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.8%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
While 44.4% finish in 4 years, 69.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,340
In-State
$7,840
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,120
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,592
After Financial Aid
$3,349
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$721
Receive Grants
25%
Take Loans
10.1%
Tuition is $4,340/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,349.
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 Lewis and Clark Community College fund their education.
While in School
25%
Get Grants
Free money
10.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,764
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,751
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$72/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,751, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lewis and Clark Community College.
Gender
60.2%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,487
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
15.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 42.8% 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
Suburb: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,487
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lewis and Clark Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 166 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
166
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
97
Men
69
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lewis and Clark Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,724
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
162 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$27K
103 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$60K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$54K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$32K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
$51K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.