Academics at Lehigh University
Our academic approach fosters a culture of innovation, promotes intellectual risk-taking, and embraces cross-disciplinary strategies that drive transformative research, discovery and impact.
Nahjiah
Miller
24
Nahjiah
Miller
24
As a Global Social Impact Fellow working with mothers in Sierra Leone, every day was a new experience. The work made me think, ‘This is who I want to be.’ I want to give those without voices a voice by telling their stories.
Student to Faculty Ratio
10:1
student-to-faculty ratio
Graduate Starting Salary
$74K
average starting salary of 2024 graduates
Wall Street Journal Ranking
15th
in the U.S. as ranked by The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Lehigh News
Lehigh News
University News
The designation recognizes universities conducting the highest level of research.
The status is a milestone that means a university conducts a “very high volume of research” and awards a large number of research doctorates.
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University News
Lehigh’s Research Centers tackle critical needs in society.
The Center for Community-Driven Assistive Technologies will explore ways to improve the lives of people with disabilities, while the Center for Advancing Community Electrification Solutions will focus on creating efficient, reliable and self-sustaining energy systems.
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University News
Spehar was the third speaker in Compelling Perspectives.
The host of @underthedesknews, a TikTok news channel with a following of more than 3 million, spoke about their experience breaking into nontraditional media and what it means to be a journalist.
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Student Experience
Original beams were used for a table inside the Clayton UC pub.
Wooden beams that provided structural support for the Clayton University Center at Packer Hall have become part of a centerpiece project in The Lehigh Pub.
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An Unmatched Student Experience
An Unmatched Student Experience
Lehigh boasts a vibrant campus community, rigorous academics, a commitment to student belonging and a track record of strong graduate outcomes. This is Lehigh.
Prepared for success after college
92%
Prepared for Success after College
Among those in the Class of 2024, 92% were employed, continuing education or pursuing military or volunteer service within six months of graduation.
Something for Everyone
200+
Something for Everyone
With 200-plus clubs, including 41 sports and 22 Greek organizations, students find diverse extracurricular opportunities at Lehigh.
Research for Impact
Research for Impact
Lehigh’s research focuses on critical areas of significant impact, employing interdisciplinary approaches to tackle complex global challenges and yield concrete outcomes.
Hundreds of Lehigh athletes are participating in a study of wearable technology.
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Hannah Dailey recognized with top government honor for her work on fracture healing.
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Six Lehigh faculty members were included on this year's list.
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The Freed Family Robotics Design Studio in Wilbur Powerhouse is Lehigh’s latest Design Lab.
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Future Makers
Future Makers
From the classroom to the community, both on campus and around the world, Lehigh students, faculty and alumni are Future Makers, working to enact positive change.
Karen
Beck Pooley
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Mapping Out Local Opportunity
Mapping Out Local Opportunity
Tracy
Becker
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Looking for Life in Space
Looking for Life in Space
Harrison
Jenkins
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Fellowship Fuels Dreams
Fellowship Fuels Dreams
Ready to Get Started?
Students who want to challenge themselves inside and outside the classroom while striving to make an impact on the world will find an ideal fit at Lehigh. Here, you’ll have a supportive learning and living experience that prepares you for the challenges of today, and tomorrow. Join us.
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