LCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $4,626
- Out-of-State Tuition: $6,003
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at LCC:
- Total Enrollment: 2,724, including 1,028 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 31.9% men, 68.1% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 23%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 8%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 81 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's.
LCC Overview
Lower Columbia College (LCC) is a four-year, public school located in Longview, WA. It is classified as suburban-serving Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The LCC's tuition & fees is $4,626 for Washington residents and $6,003 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 52% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,586.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,724 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
Lower Columbia College is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Lower Columbia College is $4,626 for in-state students and $6,003 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $4,924 for Washington residents and $6,397 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,626 | $6,003 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,924 | $6,397 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Lower Columbia College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at LCC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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