Lewis-Clark State College, also known as LCSC, is an undergraduate, public college located in Lewiston, Idaho, United States. It was established in the year 1893. LCSC boasts of a diverse student body with students from more than 30 different states and over 20 countries. The college offers more than 80 undergraduate degrees in various academic, professional, and technical programs.
LCSC’s athletics department sponsors men’s and women’s sports teams. The sports teams compete in the NAIA's Frontier Conference. The athletics department is famous for its baseball team that has achieved over 12 National Championship in the NAIA. Their men’s teams are nicknamed the Warriors and the women’s teams are known as the Lady Warriors.
Lewis Clark State can be found in Lewiston, ID (a small city). The school is a public institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Lewis Clark State.
The most common majors at the school are in family and social work.
Lewis Clark State does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 420 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 440 to 540, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way Lewis Clark State works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007, 3,612 students were enrolled in the school.
Lewis Clark State student athletes compete in Frontier Conference and Other competitions.
Bargain hunters might want to look at the school, which charges less than many schools of its type.
More complete details are provided below.
Lewis Clark State College
500 8th Ave
Lewiston, ID 83501-2698
General Phone: (208) 792-5272
http://www.lcsc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 111 | business management, marketing, hospitality marketing, accounting technology |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 78 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Family And Social Work | 45 | social work, child care management |
| Education And Teaching | 43 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, English teaching, science teaching, math teaching, social science teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 40 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, social services, English, liberal arts and humanities, creative writing, general studies, history |
| Mechanics And Repair | 28 | automobile mechanics, HVAC, industrial electronics tech, diesel mechanics, autobody repair |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 26 | web design, computer services management, computer and info science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 25 | criminal justice and police |
| Medical Administration | 24 | medical office assistant |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 19 | exercise science |
| Therapy And Counseling | 18 | psychology, behavioral sciences |
| Medical Support And Technology | 17 | radiographer, medical assistant |
| Law | 15 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Science | 13 | biology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences, geology, botany, biological and biomedical sciences |
| Media | 13 | communication studies, printing equipment operation |
| Engineering Technician | 13 | CAD and design, manufacturing tech, electronics tech |
| Office And Administration | 7 | administrative assistant |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Production Trades | 2 | welding |
| Engineering | 0 | engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Lewis Clark State in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 386 | 46 |
| Associate's degree | 131 | 26 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 17 | 15 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 5 | 1 |
In 2007, Lewis Clark State had a total enrollment of 3,612 students (2,814 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 91% |
| Part-Time | 9% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 4% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 12% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Idaho | 76% |
| Washington | 12% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
| Oregon | 3% |
| Nevada | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
| Part-Time | 39 % |
Lewis Clark State offers campus housing for 338 of its 2,814 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lewiston, Idaho for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Idaho Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,179 | 697 | 59% | 556 | 80% |
| Men | 598 | 329 | 55% | 268 | 81% |
| Women | 581 | 368 | 63% | 288 | 78% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 22% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 57% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,092 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,382 |
| Room and board | $ 4,025 |
| Room charge | $ 2,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,400 |
Financial Aid:
Lewis Clark State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 162100)
Lewis Clark State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 48 | 31 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 7 | 12 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 19 | 30 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $73,353 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $68,325 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $51,214 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $69,141 | 9 | $61,588 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 35 | $59,203 | 16 | $53,566 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 19 | $45,440 | 18 | $46,842 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $41,429 | 16 | $40,931 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 5 | $32,958 | 12 | $34,045 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 70 | $50,636 | 64 | $44,306 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Frontier Conference |
| Baseball | Other |
| Track | Frontier Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 82 | 57 | 139 |
| Baseball | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| Track | 10 | 15 | 25 |
| Basketball | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 18 | 32 | 50 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Hospitality and Recreation Marketing Operations
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
Social Work
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Botany/Plant Biology
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lewis Clark State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army, air force)
Offers athletic scholarships
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