Admitted Students

Congratulations, you're admitted! Find out what's next.

Welcome to the nest, Skyhawks

Congratulations! We are so excited you're joining us on your next academic adventure! As a newly admitted student, it's time to start planning your transition to FLC.

Reply to our offer of admission

Accept our offer of admission by confirming your enrollment in three easy steps. You can register for classes after you pay the confirmation fee.

Log into your admission portal.
Find "Reply to offer of Admission" under the "Forms" section.
Pay $300 confirmation fee to confirm enrollment.

Next steps as an admitted student

Access your personalized Admitted Students Checklist in your admission portal or view a general checklist:

View Admitted Student Checklist

First-Year Launch

First-Year Launch is our signature program for first-year students. There are many topics to choose from because our faculty and staff have designed these half-semester, one-credit courses around topics they're interested in and passionate about.

Choose your First-Year Launch class

Confirmation deadlines

Fall semester
Spring semester
Summer semester

Fall semester

May

Priority deadline

Spring semester

Dec

Deadline

Summer semester

April

Deadline

Campus opportunities before classes begin

Campus Tours

Our Daily Campus Tour allows students to explore, connect with faculty and students, and see what life is like at Fort Lewis College – all while enjoying our beautiful campus overlooking the Rocky Mountains.

PEAK Experiences

PEAK Experiences are optional programs right before Orientation that help you find a core group of friends, build your academic and leadership skills, play outside, and get insider tips on college life.

Choose a PEAK Experience

Orientation

Get your FLC journey off to a good start at Orientation. Orientation is all about fostering school spirit and welcoming you and your family to the Fort Lewis College community. Our events provide you with important information and fun activities to support a smooth transition to your new life as a Skyhawk at FLC.

Learn about Orientation

Skyhawk 101

Confirmed students and their families are invited to attend one of nine in-person, full-day events that includes sessions about academic advising, financial aid, student billing, and getting involved on campus.

Housing & dining at FLC

First-year students are guaranteed on-campus housing but all students can apply. Apply as soon as you can because housing placements are first come, first serve!

FLC has a great selection of on-campus dining options, too. You can purchase a delicious meal plan whether or not you live on campus.

Explore housing and dining options

Aerial view of Animas Hall, with a blue sky and the Animas Valley foothills in the background.

Meet the Skyhawk Welcome Team!

We help new students connect with student organizations, FLC sports teams, and campus and local events.

Remy McDowell (she/her)

Environmental Conservation and Management major

Hometown: Las Cruces, NM
Involvement at FLC: This is my second summer as a member of the Skyhawk Welcome Team! I play intramural soccer and volleyball and love watching athletic games at the Fort.
Outside of school: If I'm not on campus, I'm at the river reading a book, hiking with my dog, hanging out with friends, or planning an adventure.
Fun Fact: I LOVE cooking and have a talent for making up recipes.

Sarah Hunter (she/her)

Nutrition and Health Promotion major

Hometown: Montesano, WA
Involvement at FLC: I enjoy volunteering my time for different things happening around the school. I love going to see and supporting all the shows that the theater department puts on.
Outside of school: I love traveling, mountain biking, hiking, paddle boarding, dancing, gardening, and going to music festivals.
Fun fact: I remember everyone I meet. Even if I’ve only ever met them once, 10 years ago.

V. Barney (he/him)

Sports Administration & Communication Design majors

Hometown: Farmington, NM
Involvement at FLC: What am I not involved in is the better question! Diné Club, Native American Center, Grubhub, Wambli Ota, student social media team, athletic events team member….
Outside of School: Friends, eats, & sleeps. Enjoying time with my tribe – they are the real vibe!
Fun fact: I cherish living in the moment. I believe in serendipitous experiences especially at a philosophical, existential emphasis! Enjoying every moment to its fullest potential.

Zoë Harbertson (she/her)

Writing major, Studio Art minor

Hometown: Midway, UT
Involvement at FLC: I am on the cycling team and the ski team. Can’t wait to find more ways to get involved!
Outside of school: I love to bike, ski, river raft, climb mountains, travel, read, make jewelry, do yoga, and spend time with wonderful humans!
Fun fact: I was 2 pounds when I was born!

Sage Wilber (she/her)

History Secondary Education major

Hometown: Montrose, CO
Involvement at FLC: The Center of Southwest Studies Archives & the Skyhawk Welcome Team
Outside of school: I love biking and going to outdoor summer concerts!
Fun fact: I met Jared Polis during a high school football game!

Harley Lindsley (he/him)

Psychology major, Studio Art minor

Hometown: Big Lake, Alaska. I am affiliated with the Tingit and Haida tribes.
What I like to do outside of school: I make art, play video games (specifically Stardew Valley and Pokemon), and I love to go on road trips and go camping.
What I'm involved with: I am involved in Psychology club; I am a tutor in the Psychology Department. I am also affiliated with The G.
Fun fact: I am a cat dad of one and I am always willing to share pictures!

Sahalee Martin (she/her)

Psychology major, Native American & Indigenous Studies and Sociology minors

Hometown: Phoenix, AZ. I am Hopi and Chicana.
Involvement at FLC: President of the Rising Matriarchs, officer in Wanbli Ota, former Resident Assistant, and I also helped with the creation of an exhibit on campus called “The Stories We Wear”.
Outside of school: I like to spend time with my friends going to the river, hammocking, going for hikes, and cooking dinner together. I also like spending time alone in my room coloring, reading, and watching Netflix. Alone time is super important to me so making sure I cultivate a safe, relaxing environment in my room is key!
Fun fact: I helped my friend set up a proposal in front of the clock tower so that he could propose to his partner in a place that has a lot of meaning to their relationship! It was so fun and magical.

Hannah King (she/her)

Writing major

Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
Involvement at FLC: I’m involved with the Student Involvement Center and the Graphic Design Club on campus.
Outside of school: I love to go paddle boarding or hangout by a body of water.
Fun Fact: I’m a lefty!

Devinski Eleanor (he/him)

Criminology major

Hometown: Miami, FL
Involvement at FLC: On the FLC football team and Skyhawk Welcome Team
Outside of school: When I’m not in school I’m finding new friends, working out, or playing basketball with friends!
Fun fact: French is my first language!

Britney Halwood (she/they)

Psychology major

Hometown: Chinle, AZ and I am Navajo.
Involvement at FLC: Wellness Peer Advisory Council (WellPAC)
Outside of school: I love to read!
Fun fact: I am just now learning how to drive!

Contact us

Admission Office

Fort Lewis College
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, CO 81301

Ph: 877-352-2656 or 970-247-7184
Fax: 970-247-7179
Email: admission@fortlewis.edu

Talk with admission counselor

Connect with your admission counselor over the phone, in email, or take a campus tour and meet them in person.

Schedule an appointment