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Fort Lewis College

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Overview

Established in 1911, the Fort Lewis College is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Durango (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Colorado. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Fort Lewis College (FLC) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Fort Lewis College (FLC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 113-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. FLC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Fort Lewis College's Control Typepublic

Entity

Fort Lewis College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Fort Lewis College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Fort Lewis College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym FLC
Founded 1911
Colours Dark blue, light blue and gold
Mascot Skyler the Skyhawk
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University Location

Address 1000 Rim Drive
Durango
81301-3999 Colorado
United States
Fort Lewis College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Fort Lewis College Phone Number +1 (877) 352 2656
Fort Lewis College Fax Number +1 (970) 247 7179

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fort Lewis College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Fort Lewis College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Fort Lewis College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Fort Lewis College.

Fort Lewis College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Fort Lewis College's admission information.

Fort Lewis College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


Fort Lewis College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Fort Lewis College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Fort Lewis College's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Fort Lewis College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Fort Lewis College's Admission Office Admission Office

1000 Rim Drive
Durango 81301-3999
(970) 247 7184
(877) 352 2656

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Fort Lewis College.

Fort Lewis College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Fort Lewis College has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Fort Lewis College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Fort Lewis College's Control Type Control Type

Fort Lewis College is a public higher education institution.


Fort Lewis College's Entity Type Entity Type

Fort Lewis College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Fort Lewis College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Fort Lewis College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Religious Affiliation

Fort Lewis College does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Fort Lewis College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Fort Lewis College's main facilities:


Fort Lewis College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Fort Lewis College's Library

Fort Lewis College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 115,053 physical volumes, 9,666 physical media, 1,721 digital/electronic media and 73 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 18 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Fort Lewis College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Fort Lewis College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Fort Lewis College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,524 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Fort Lewis College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Fort Lewis College's main services:


Fort Lewis College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Fort Lewis College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Fort Lewis College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Fort Lewis College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Fort Lewis College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Fort Lewis College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Fort Lewis College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fort Lewis College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fort Lewis College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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