School of Arts, Sciences, & Innovation

Contact Information

Dean for Arts, Sciences, & Innovation:  Martin Gibbs, MA
E-mail: asidean@lcsc.edu
Office: SPH 202
Phone: 208-792-2325
FAX: 208-792-2763
Web: http://www.lcsc.edu/liberal-arts-and-sciences/

The School of Arts, Sciences, and Innovation is composed of three academic divisions (Business & Social Sciences / Arts, Letters, & Learning / Mathematics & Science) and LC State's General Education program. Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean and Division Chairs work collaboratively, and in partnership with faculty, to offer a wide range of high-quality degree programs to a diverse student body. Graduates will have completed a cohesive program of study that integrates General Education Core, major program requirements, and/or elective credits. They learn durable and transferable skills that prepare them for graduate schools and fulfilling careers. Whether a student completes an associate or bachelor's degree, each graduate will have had opportunities to participate in on-campus and on-line classes, seminars, research symposia, internships or service learning, second language study, clubs and activities, and other experiences designed to enrich his or her academic career.

Prior Learning Assessment

Students may earn college credit for specific college-level learning that they have achieved through life and work experiences. Prior Learning Assessment opportunities range from standardized exams such as CLEP or DSST, credit recommendations from programs such as ACE, Challenge Exams, or Portfolio Assessment. For more information, please visit our website or contact the Adult Learning Coordinator at (208) 792-2301.  

Independent Study in Idaho

Independent Study in Idaho (ISI) delivers affordable online college courses. Begin any time, work from anywhere at your own pace, and take up to one calendar year from the date of registration to complete.

  • Admission to cooperating institutions is not required 
  • Same in-state and out-of-state registration fees
  • Idaho residency is not required 
  • See ISI website for a list of courses, syllabi, and policies

ISI was created in 1973 by the Idaho State Board of Education as a cooperative of four accredited Idaho institutions: Lewis-Clark State College, Idaho State University, Boise State University, and the University of Idaho. Students should contact the institution to which they hope to transfer courses regarding the transferability of their ISI courses prior to enrolling.