LOWER COLUMBIA COLLEGE
- 1600 Maple Street
- Longview, WA 98632
- OPEID College Code: 00378200
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- General Phone: (360) 442-2311
- President: James L. Mclaughlin
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 4,290
- College Alias: LCC
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Lower Columbia College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Mission Statement
- OUR VISION
Our vision is to be a powerful force for improving the quality of life in our community.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Lower Columbia College is to ensure each learner's personal and professional success, and influence lives in ways that are local, global, traditional, and innovative.
OUR VALUE SYSTEM
Our campus community expects an environment of integrity, respect, collaboration, cooperation, inclusion, and innovation that fosters personal growth, academic excellence, and accountability.
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Lower Columbia College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: lowercolumbia.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $16.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 51%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 18% | 38% | 36% | 4% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,110 | $3,276 | $1,852 | $597 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 12.6% | 12.1% | 12.3% |
| Number in Default | 44 | 38 | 41 |
| Number in Repayment | 348 | 314 | 331 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,132 | $2,937 | $2,874 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,132 | $2,937 | $2,874 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $3,855 | $3,660 | $3,586 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,185 | $1,143 | $1,110 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,460 | $8,052 | $6,750 |
| Other Expenses | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,300 | $3,900 | $3,300 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $4,317 | $4,080 | $3,984 |
| In-State | $4,317 | $4,080 | $3,984 |
| Out of State | $5,040 | $4,803 | $4,696 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,677 | $16,032 | $14,634 |
| In-State | $16,677 | $16,032 | $14,634 |
| Out of State | $17,400 | $16,755 | $15,346 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,617 | $7,380 | $7,284 |
| In-State | $7,617 | $7,380 | $7,284 |
| Out of State | $8,340 | $8,103 | $7,996 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,290 Undergraduate: 4,290
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,573 Female: 2,717
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,573 Female: 2,717
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,579 Part-Time: 1,711
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,579 Part-Time: 1,711
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2 | 0.05% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 381 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 323 | 8% |
| Ages 18-19 | 809 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 453 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 403 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 583 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 486 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 333 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 427 | 10% |
| Ages 50-65 | 283 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 156 | 4% |
| Age Unknown | 34 | 0.8% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 397 | 253 | 144 |
| Faculty Status | 206 | 75 | 131 |
| Tenured Faculty | 58 | 58 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 206 | 75 | 131 |
| Primarily Instruction | 206 | 75 | 131 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 45 | 44 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 10 | 10 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 136 | 124 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 63 | 55 | 8 |
| Skilled Crafts | 4 | 4 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 24 | 23 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $56,161 (74) | $56,936 (44) | $55,025 (30) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $56,161 (74) | $56,936 (44) | $55,025 (30) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $72,882 | $30,971 | $41,911 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 42% | 58% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Baseball | 30 | 30 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Softball | 16 | - | 16 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $4,165 | $4,165 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,101 | $2,101 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 37%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 35% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 44% |
| Female | 28% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | - |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 25% |
| White | 37% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
Lower Columbia College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Lower Columbia College
- Reviewed on: June 17, 2010
Flag Review - Rating:
- This school will do you NO good. I've grown up in this town, and the last place I will EVER go is LCC
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
