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Lehigh University

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Overview

Established in 1865, the Lehigh University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Bethlehem (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Lehigh University (LU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Lehigh University (LU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 159-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Lehigh University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Lehigh University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lehigh University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Lehigh University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym LU
Founded 1865
Motto Homo minister et interpres naturae
Man, the servant and interpreter of nature
Colours Brown and white
Mascot Clutch the Mountain Hawk
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University Location

Address 27 Memorial Drive West
Bethlehem
18015-3094 Pennsylvania
United States
Lehigh University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Lehigh University Phone Number +1 (610) 758 3000
Lehigh University Fax Number +1 (610) 758 4361

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Lehigh University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Lehigh University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Lehigh University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Lehigh University.

Lehigh University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Lehigh University's admission information.

Lehigh University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Lehigh University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Lehigh University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lehigh University's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Lehigh University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Lehigh University has more than 1100 international students.

Lehigh University's Admission Office Admission Office

27 Memorial Drive West
Bethlehem 18015-3094
(610) 758 3100


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Lehigh University.

Lehigh University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lehigh University has an enrollment range of 6,000-6,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Lehigh University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


Lehigh University's Control Type Control Type

Lehigh University is a private higher education institution.


Lehigh University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lehigh University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Lehigh University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Lehigh University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Lehigh University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Lehigh University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Lehigh University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, no medical/veterinary school

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Lehigh University's main facilities:


Lehigh University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Lehigh University's Library

Lehigh University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 741,287 physical volumes, 2,156 physical media, 69,300 digital/electronic media and 241 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 44 full-time employees, including 14 librarians. Lehigh University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Lehigh University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Lehigh University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,856 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Lehigh University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Lehigh University's main services:


Lehigh University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Lehigh University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Lehigh University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Lehigh University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Lehigh University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Lehigh University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lehigh University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lehigh University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lehigh University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Lehigh University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Lehigh University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Lehigh University's Facebook page Lehigh University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Lehigh University's X (formerly Twitter) page Lehigh University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Lehigh University's YouTube channel Lehigh University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Lehigh University's Instagram page Lehigh University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Lehigh University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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