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Lehigh

Acceptance rate
26
%
ACT middle 50%
31
–
34
Applications
20396
Undergraduates
5911

Overview

Lehigh University, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a nationally recognized research institution known for its rigorous academics, innovative interdisciplinary programs, and vibrant campus community. With a student-faculty ratio of 11:1, Lehigh fosters close mentorship and intellectual risk-taking across its five colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, Health, and the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering & Applied Science. The university is a Carnegie-classified R1 institution, emphasizing impactful research and hands-on learning that prepares students for real-world challenges. Lehigh boasts strong career outcomes, with 92% of graduates employed or pursuing further education within six months and an average starting salary of $77,000 for the Class of 2025. Students benefit from over 200 clubs, global experiences, and a supportive, inclusive environment, making Lehigh a place where future leaders and innovators thrive.

Admissions Information

Applications received
20396
Students admitted
5289
Acceptance rate
26
%
Undergraduate enrollment
5911
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
680
730
SAT Math
690
770
ACT Composite
31
34
Students submitting SAT
30
%
Test policy

Application Information

Regular deadline
1-Jan-27
Early deadline
Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026; Early Decision II: Jan 1, 2027
Accepts the Common Application
Yes
College Board code
2365

Characteristics

School type
Private
Setting
City: Small
Undergraduate size
2,500–7,500
Athletics
Intramural
Club
Division I
Intercollegiate
Competitiveness
Competitive

Contact information

Address
27 Memorial Drive West, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Phone
(610) 758-3000

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