Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Durango, Colorado |
| Online | fortlewis.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Fort Lewis College, located in Durango, Colorado, is a public liberal arts institution that offers a blend of arts, sciences, professional programs, and teacher education. The campus is situated amidst the scenic environment of the San Juan Mountains and provides an architectural nod to the region's cultural heritage with its Pueblo Revival style buildings. Established in 1911, Fort Lewis College has evolved from a military fort turned boarding school to a state-supported educational institution. Its academic offerings are diverse, with environmental science, engineering, business, and education among its popular majors. The college maintains an open admissions policy, welcoming a broad range of applicants. Housing is available on campus with options including traditional residence halls and apartment-style living. Fort Lewis College is not widely recognized for its intercollegiate athletics and thus, specific athletic details are omitted.
In the most recent statistical year 4,942 prospective students applied, and 4,496 were granted admission. Of those admitted 853 enrolled in the school. 2,897 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 503 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,200 plus fees of $2,012. FLC is ranked 818 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
FLC is rated within the lower 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Fort Lewis College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#818 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#304 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Colorado
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Colorado
#22 in Best Value Colleges in Colorado
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1060/1260 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Colorado Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $2,012 |
| Room and Board | $12,554 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,016 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,022 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $2,012 |
| Room and Board | $12,554 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,016 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,534 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 7% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=127185 IPEDS survey data for Fort Lewis College.
Current students may use the Fort Lewis College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024