Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Lewis-Clark State College worth it?
Pay $15,635/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $46,001 ten years out — about 2.9× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: C.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Lewis-Clark State College vs Idaho avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Idaho college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Lewis-Clark State College | Idaho avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▲ $15,635 | $18,138 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $46,001 | $44,291 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▲ $18,500 | $22,093 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▼ 40.2% | 47.1% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▲ 87.7% | 75.8% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $87,700 over four years. Most students get $6,290/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $18,500 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 40% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Lewis-Clark State College grad earns about $40,040 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Lewis-Clark State College
The average student at Lewis-Clark State College pays $15,635 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $21,925 published sticker price. That is below the ID average net price of $18,138.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $46,001 — above the ID median of $44,291. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $18,500, roughly $201 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a moderate load at about 40% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Idaho colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Lewis-Clark State College.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Lewis-Clark State College?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $15,635 per year. That's $6,290/yr in financial aid against the $21,925 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $62,540.
How much do Lewis-Clark State College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Lewis-Clark State College graduates earn a median of $46,001 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 2.9× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Lewis-Clark State College graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $18,500 — about $201/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 26.1% of students take federal loans.
Is Lewis-Clark State College worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Lewis-Clark State College a value grade of C — top 51% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $15,635/yr, earn $46,001/yr ten years out, ROI score of 7.36. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Lewis-Clark State College?
24.3% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 26.1% take federal student loans. On average, students get $6,290 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Lewis-Clark State College?
In-state tuition is $7,610 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $22,028 per year — a difference of $14,418/yr or $57,672 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Lewis-Clark State College?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $13,080. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $19,004. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →