Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bethlehem, Pennsylvania |
| Online | lehigh.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Situated in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, approximately 90 minutes west of New York City and north of Philadelphia, Lehigh University occupies a hillside campus known for its Gothic-style stone buildings and integration with South Mountain. Founded in 1865 by industrialist Asa Packer, the university maintains strong ties to its engineering and technical heritage while offering comprehensive programs across four colleges, with particular strength in business, engineering, and applied science fields. The majority of undergraduates live on campus in residential facilities spread across three distinct areas: the historic Asa Packer campus, Mountaintop campus, and Goodman campus. As a member of the Patriot League, Lehigh's athletic program is particularly known for its wrestling team and its long-standing football rivalry with Lafayette College, which represents the most-played rivalry in college football history.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Lehigh is rated within the top 13% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Lehigh University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#58 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#57 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#86 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1350/1490 |
| ACT | 31/33 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.81 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,000 |
| Room and Board | $16,470 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,150 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 34% |
| Engineering | 24% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Biology | 5% |
| Psychology | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=213543 IPEDS survey data for Lehigh University.
Current students may use the Lehigh University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025