1911
Durango, CO

About Fort Lewis College

Fort Lewis takes pride in its student-centered learning environment, which fosters community engagement and academic excellence. Small class sizes and faculty who mentor the individual help account for their successes. Offerings include fields of study in the arts and sciences, business administration, and education.

Added school features include:

  • Online Graduate and undergraduate online opportunities
  • Experiential learning environment
  • Diverse student body

About the college:

Tracing its roots back to 1911, Fort Lewis College first opened as a secondary school and later evolved into a higher education institution. Located on the ancestral land and territory of the Nuuchiu (Ute) people, the school continues to serve the Four Corners region and is a USDE-designated Native-American serving college.

Accreditation & Licensing

Fort Lewis College is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Type:

4-year, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Master's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 3,732 ; Graduate: 103

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 6% ; Graduate: 18%

Graduation Rate:

43%

Transfer Rate:

32%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$46,349

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$18,389

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

89%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$15,488

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Fort Lewis College is located in Colorado

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Denver
5,773,714
104,094 sq mi
6
35
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$11,500.00

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Education

Master of Arts in Education / Principal Leadership
Master of Arts in Education / Special Education