Lehigh University

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
4-year Private university
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Overview

Lehigh University is a private institution established in 1865 with city setting located at Bethlehem. It is ranked 47 in National Universities in 2024 edition of Best Colleges. Its tuition and fees are $62,180. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,624. It practices semester-based academic calendar. All freshmen are required to live on campus, and sophomores are also required to live on campus in a residence hall or Greek housing. Lehigh’s main campus is located on the wooded slope of South Mountain, and half of the campus is preserved as open space. Lehigh University has four colleges, with numerous undergraduate and graduate majors. Its well-regarded graduate programs include the College of Education and the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act originated at Lehigh, requiring colleges to reveal crimes on campus.

#47 in National Universities
Setting
Urban
Location Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Type 4-year Private
Year Founded 1865
Selectivity Moderate
Size Medium
5,624 Undergraduates
Website https://www1.lehigh.edu

Learning

10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Business/Marketing
Most Popular Major

Majors Available

  • Architecture And Related Services
  • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
  • Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
  • Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Engineering
  • English Language And Literature/Letters
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
  • Health Professions And Related Programs
  • History
  • Mathematics And Statistics
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Natural Resources And Conservation
  • Philosophy And Religious Studies
  • Physical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Visual And Performing Arts

Cost

$77,885
Cost of Attendance
$26,933
Average Student Contribution
Instate Tution Fee $52,930
Outstate Tuition Fee $52,930
Room and Board Fees $16,470
$67,872 Median Salary After 2 years of Graduation

Applying

37% (Moderate Selectivity) Acceptance Rate
Admission Difficulty: Difficult
$70 Application Fee
Application Fee Waiver Available
-- Average High School GPA

Application Requirements

SAT/ACT Required
SAT/ACT Writing (essay) Recommended
SAT Subject Test Recommended
Essay or Personal Statement Required
SAT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range
ACT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range

How to Apply?

Accepts CommonApp

For International Students

-- Minimum TOEFL Score
TOEFL Requirement: Required
IELTS Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of TOEFL)
Deadlines for Fall Intake Applications
Nov
01
Early Decision Deadline
Jan
01
Early Decision II Deadline
Jan
15
Regular Decision Deadline
Transfer Applications
Feb
15
Transfer Applications Deadline
For Financial Aid
--
--
Financial Aid Priority Application Deadline
Feb
15
Financial Aid Application Deadline

Scholarships and Financial Aid

$59,866 Average Financial Aid
Need-based Aid available for International Students

Need-based Aid

$50,287 Average Need-based Aid
Cost of Attendance for out-of-state students: $77,885
43% Students with need received Financial Aid
73.8% Students had their need fully met
Deadline for need-based financial application February 15
Forms to be submitted CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE, FAFSA

Merit Scholarships

Available
Dean's Scholars
Total Worth $15,000 per year
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and a full-time enrollment as an undergraduate student
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
Founder's Scholarship
Total Worth full or half tuition
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and a full-time enrollment as an undergraduate student
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
Trustee's Scholarship
Total Worth full or half tuition
Eligibility All incoming freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and a full-time enrollment as an undergraduate student
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A

Other Scholarships

Snyder Family Marching Scholarships
Total Worth $1,500 for first year
Details Established by alumnus Joseph Snyder and family, these scholarships are for incoming student instrumental musicians who demonstrate musical talent, leadership skills, and who intend to perform with the Marching 97 in each fall undergraduate semester. The scholarship provides an initial award of $1,500 per year, increasing annually over four years. Snyder Scholars also receive free lessons on their primary instrument. Recipients must maintain at least a 2.8 grade point average. A separate application, due January 10, is required.
Athletics Awards/Scholarships
Total Worth --
Details A limited number of athletics scholarships are available for students with exceptional athletic ability. No additional application beyond the application for admission is necessary.
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Students

5,624 Total Undergraduate Enrollment
School Size: Medium
96% Freshmen return to Sophomore Year
83% Students graduate within 6 years