Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 40.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 44.7%
- Retention Rate
- 64.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $46,001
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $196/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $65,131 | $15,838 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $52,107 | $17,577 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $44,170 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,896 | $19,469 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $21,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,745 | $23,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $22,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $33,687 | $26,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $33,281 | $12,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $29,141 | $19,500 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $28,960 | $22,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $24,035 | $22,471 |
Outcomes Overview
Lewis-Clark State graduates earn a median of $46,001 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of roughly 40% based on the typical $18,500 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $196 consume about 5% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong professional programs in nursing, education, and business help explain the impressive 97% employment rate. Graduates typically enter stable, middle-class careers in healthcare, teaching, and local business sectors throughout Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. With relatively modest debt loads and solid job placement, Lewis-Clark State delivers an average return on investment that works well for students seeking practical, career-focused education without excessive financial burden.