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Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, Idaho · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: 500 8th Ave, Lewiston, ID 83501 · Phone: (208) 792-5272 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lewis-Clark State College is a public trade and career school in Lewiston, Idaho, offering radiology, auto mechanic, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates carry a median debt of $18,500 and earn a median of $46,001 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate versus the state average of 71.0 percent is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lewis-Clark State College; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 24.3 percent of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,540 | $80,080 | $97,610 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,570 | $48,420 | $62,660 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $45,960 | $59,230 | $69,370 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,370 | $50,530 | $59,350 |
| Medical assistants | $35,500 | $44,700 | $48,160 |
| Medical records specialists | $39,930 | $53,460 | $64,470 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,660 | $56,240 | $67,030 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $27,180 | $38,840 | $47,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | not reported | $52,107 | $17,577 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | $39,031 | $33,281 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | $39,031 | $33,281 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $52,107 | $17,577 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | $39,031 | $33,281 | $12,000 |
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-Clark State College is a public college in Lewiston, Idaho, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities along with several program-specific accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its 14 trade and career program families, the campus awards the most credentials in radiology and sonography, auto mechanics, and diesel mechanics, with smaller offerings in welding, medical assisting, medical billing and coding, HVAC, and EMT training.
Federal data shows 78 trade program completers out of an overall undergraduate enrollment of 2,385. The state average completion rate is 71.0 percent, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $18,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,001. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 24.3 percent of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attending.
This campus suits students considering both shorter technical programs, such as auto and diesel mechanics or welding, and more credential-intensive fields like radiology and sonography or nursing-adjacent tracks, given the mix of program-specific accreditors present. Whether the setting fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule, which are not detailed here — contact the school directly to confirm. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, consult the listed accreditors or look up the campus on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lewis-Clark State College offers 14 trade and career program families, with the most completions in radiology and sonography, auto mechanic, and diesel mechanic programs. It also offers welding, medical assisting, medical billing and coding, HVAC, and EMT training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited. Its institutional accreditor is the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional program-specific accreditation from the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 71.0 percent, but a direct comparison is not reported for this campus.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $18,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,001, per federal data.
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 (208) 792-5272 or visit lcsc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lewis-Clark State College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-based financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly at (208) 792-5272 or through lcsc.edu to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the program-specific accreditors listed, and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142328.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats needed to assess fit for adult career-changers. Contact the school to ask about program length, scheduling, and support services.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lewis-Clark State College at (208) 792-5272 or through its website, https://www.lcsc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not included in this listing. The College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142328 can be used to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.