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Lewis and Clark Community College
Godfrey, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 5800 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL 62035 · Phone: (618) 468-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lewis and Clark Community College is a public trade school in Godfrey, Illinois, offering welding, CNA, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Lewis and Clark Community College has a 44.4% completion rate, below the state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $6,751 and median earnings of $37,724 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lewis and Clark Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and about 25.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Dental hygienists | $74,280 | $96,670 | $101,800 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Dental assistants | $37,360 | $48,610 | $56,860 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,760 | $64,340 | $80,640 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 126 | $24,110 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 92 | $20,040 | $18,087 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 30 | $44,685 | $49,527 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | $6,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | $3,900 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $24,862 | $27,126 | $7,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | $24,862 | $27,126 | $7,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $24,110 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lewis and Clark Community College is a public trade and career school in Godfrey, Illinois. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs here. It holds regional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Across its 19 program families, the college awards the most credentials in welding schools (143), CNA classes (92), and medical assistant programs (36), with 380 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 2,487.
On outcomes, the college's completion rate is 44.4%, which is below the state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,751, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,724. About 25.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a small suburb setting, may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade programs such as welding or CNA training rather than longer academic degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Adults considering a career change should weigh the below-average completion rate alongside program accreditation. To verify current details, confirm accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lewis and Clark Community College offers 19 program families, most notably welding schools (143 completers), CNA classes (92), and medical assistant programs (36).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid. About 25.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 44.4%, which is below the state average of 58.4%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,751, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,724.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (618) 468-7000 or visit https://www.lc.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state and federal funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the listed accreditors and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?146603.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, hands-on trade programs like welding and CNA training, which may appeal to career changers, though fit depends on individual goals and specific program lengths not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to ask about specific program credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Lewis and Clark Community College at (618) 468-7000 or through its website, https://www.lc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby institutions offering similar programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.