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Fort Lewis College

Durango, United States of America

Fort Lewis College is a public liberal arts institution located in Durango, Colorado, with a unique emphasis on Native American education. It offers tuition-free education to Native American students, reflecting its historical commitment to Indigenous communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions

FLC is a public liberal arts college located in Durango, Colorado.
In Fall 2024, FLC had about 3,544 students total — ~ 3,393 undergraduates and ~ 152 graduate students.
The student–faculty ratio is 15:1, and many classes are quite small — average class size is 19.
FLC admits students as first-year (high school), transfer, graduate, international, returning, dual enrollment, etc.
Applicants must complete an online application, pay a $50 non-refundable fee, and submit official transcripts, an essay / statement, and résumé.
A minimum 3.00 GPA (on 4.0 scale) for undergraduate and prior graduate work is required. Applicants with lower GPA may submit a letter explaining their situation.
Yes, graduate students attending in-person classes must submit proof of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) immunization by specified deadlines, or face registration holds.
Yes, the FLC website lists “Health & Safety” under student life and support services.
FLC is located in a rural / mesa–top setting overlooking the Animas River Valley in southwestern Colorado.
FLC offers 30 BA programs and 10 BS programs at undergraduate level.
FLC is known for business, education, health & technical sciences, as well as environmental and place-based studies.
FLC offers master’s / graduate programs in Teacher Education including Special Education, Principal Leadership, Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education, and Teacher Licensure.
Yes — graduate students can access scholarships, grants, and a Native American Tuition Waiver (NATW).
For 2025-2026, graduate tuition is $419 per credit hour plus a $84.90 per credit hour fee.
Yes, FLC’s graduate / teacher licensure programs list program-specific scholarships and financial aid options.
The Fort Lewis College campus occupies 247 acres atop a mesa in Durango, Colorado.
On‐campus housing includes six residence halls and two apartment buildings, offering singles, doubles, and suites.
Yes — the Student Union, Biology wing, and Animas Hall have LEED Gold certification for sustainability features.
While I did not find a direct public policy, as a U.S. institution FLC generally supports international students via its graduate / international student services office (inferred).
I did not locate confirmation that FLC programs are STEM-designated; students should check with program administrators.

Fort Lewis College Application Statistics

Students
3356
Faculty Strength
225
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Acceptance Rate
92 %
Tuition Fees
$ 17712
Living Cost
$ 11704
Other Fees
$ 7092
Avg. GPA
2
Avg. IB
24
Avg. Percentage
55 %
Avg. SAT
1115
Avg. ACT
22.5
Avg. IELTS
5.5
Avg. GRE
300
Avg. GRE Quantitative
150
Avg. GRE Verbal
150

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