Overview
Founded in 1872, Lyon College is a 4-year liberal arts college in northern Arkansas and one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the state. Lyon confers bachelor’s degrees in 15 academic disciplines. In addition, Lyon houses a Scottish Heritage Program designed to preserve Scottish culture in America and hosts the annual Arkansas Scottish Festival featuring Celtic music, Highland dancing, and sheepdog demonstrations. With a campus nestled in the Ozarks, the Lyon Education & Adventure Program oversees both on-campus hiking trails and off-campus outdoor excursions.
Acceptance Rate:
60%
Average Net Price:
$20,495
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1165
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $31,000 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $31,000 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,750 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
22%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
37%
Average Aid Per Year
$19,072
37%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,386
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,412
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
46%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1381
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,386
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$11,209,095
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$6,582,640
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
70%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,913
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,372
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$222
Students receiving federal loans
68%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$8,743
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,644
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1382
Students Applied
45%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
41
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | January 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 10 | June 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
62%
Submitting ACT
11%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1165
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
496
Total Number of Undergrads
496
0
100
37%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
43%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
24
Faculty Overview
0
100
95%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
32
Countries Represented
18
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
30%
Student Organizations
20
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
73%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
70%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Scots
School Colors
maroon, navy, and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Division III Independents
Total Male Athletes
219
Total Female Athletes
88
Intramural Sports
8
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cheerleading-Dance Team
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cheerleading-Dance Team
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Lyon College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$44,800
Top 5 Cities
Jonesboro
Little Rock
Fayetteville
Dallas
Memphis
Top 5 Employers
Lyon College
Walmart
FutureFuel Chemical Company
UMAS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sci
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Sales
Operations
Education
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,372
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$222
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are Saying Lyon College provides a very aggressive academic program, their classes are invigorating, challenging, interesting and provide interaction with an amazing faculty. The homework helps to make the information in class concrete within the memory. And finally the overall information covered in class allows for much to be covered.
Karisala from O Fallon, IL
Lyon College is definitely an academically challenging school, but worth the time and effort. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved on campus in various organizations or even academic groups. With such a small campus, it feels like a second home with a whole new family.
Spencer from Jonesboro, AR
The teachers here really get into their subject. If you don't get something from the lesson they will try everything in their power to help you understand it.
Rachel from Marmaduke, AR
The campus is extremely pretty and very inviting. There is a large diversity of students here at the college and they seem to get along well in the community. The students take part in activities and work together through a lot of things.
Cheyenne from West Fork, AR
Lyon College is easily the most tightly-knit community in the entire state of Arkansas. All of the students, regardless of their class, know each other and are just as willing as the teachers to help out. It is good at making you feel safe, loved, and prepared for the real world with its grueling curriculum and fantastic faculty.
Katheryn from Batesville, AR
Lyon College is for students who want to take a different and unique approach to the college experience. The smaller setting allows students to have opportunities that they wouldn't find at a larger university. If you want to have a fulfilling and worthwhile College experience, choose Lyon.
Joshua from Bentonville, AR
The campus is gorgeous if you love greenery and the outdoors. The science building is great - circulated air every 25 minutes and industry standard equipment. The students and professors are driven and realistic: they wont drag you along but they wont let you drown either.
John from Allen, TX
This college is a small close-knit community that eventually becomes your family. The people and professors have a genuine care and interest in you well-being. You will get the full college experience here and the lasting relationships for the career world.
Sean from Watauga, TX
Lyon college has a 15 to 1 student to professor rate and the professors are extremely dedicated to helping the students in any way possible. Lyon offers summer classes and a variety of possible majors. The staff keeps you updated and works with you on any problems, questions, or concerns you may have about attending this school.
Shauna from Strawberry, AR
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