First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 15, 2026 |
| Priority deadline Apply by this date for the best chance at aid or a place; later applications may still be read. | January 1, 2027 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | May 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: fortlewis.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 57 |
| Business/Commerce | 55 |
| Environmental Studies | 35 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 31 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 26 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 24 |
| Public Health | 24 |
| Sociology | 20 |
Show the other 32 majors
| Accounting | 15 |
| Engineering | 14 |
| Environmental Science | 13 |
| Outdoor Education | 13 |
| Criminology | 13 |
| Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other | 12 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 11 |
| English Language and Literature | 11 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 11 |
| Economics | 11 |
| Chemistry | 10 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 8 |
| American Indian/Native American Studies | 7 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 7 |
| Political Science and Government | 7 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 7 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 6 |
| Mathematics | 6 |
| Anthropology | 6 |
| Music | 5 |
| General Studies | 4 |
| Environmental Biology | 4 |
| Nutrition Sciences | 4 |
| Philosophy | 4 |
| History | 4 |
| Computer Engineering | 3 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 3 |
| Physics | 2 |
| Women's Studies | 2 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 1 |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies | 1 |
| Education, Other | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Basketball, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Town, distant
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Durango, CO
56,823 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Durango-La Plata County (DRO)
Nearest hub airport
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 9.7 of 20
Elevation
6,867 ft
Time zone
Mountain
January low
13°F
July high
85°F
Annual snowfall
63.7 in
Days at 90°F or higher
14 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,430 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Western Colorado University102 mi
- Adams State University110 mi
- Colorado Mesa University130 mi
- St. John's College155 mi
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus167 mi
- New Mexico Highlands University187 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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