Academics at Lehigh
With a 11:1 student-faculty ratio, our academic approach fosters a culture of innovation, promotes intellectual risk-taking and embraces integrative strategies that drive transformative research, essential discovery and real impact.
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Through hands-on projects and countless experiential learning opportunities, students at Lehigh learn how to adapt their knowledge to any circumstance.
Graduate Starting Salary
$77K
average starting salary of 2025 graduates
average starting salary of 2025 graduates
Lehigh graduates earn high starting salaries, securing strong financial futures with an average earning potential of $77K right out of school.
Wall Street Journal Ranking
29th
in the U.S.
in the U.S.
Lehigh was ranked 29th Best University in the U.S. by The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse.
Lehigh News
Lehigh News
University News
Cunningham is Former NYSE President and first woman to lead the world's largest stock exchange in its history.
She will speak at Commencement on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
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Events and Speakers
Dent, vice president of the Aspen Institute and executive director of the Congressional Program, served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives
He will speak at the May 16 ceremony at Goodman Stadium.
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Research
With its new “AI Readiness” initiative, Lehigh embraces an AI future—where students will both learn about and with AI, and do it ethically.
The new initiative takes a campus-wide, multidisciplinary approach to AI to prepare every student, regardless of major, to use its tools.
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Research
New research outlines how resilience bonds and coordinated relocation policies could stabilize insurance markets and promote climate justice.
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A Meaningful Student Experience
A Meaningful Student Experience
Lehigh boasts a vibrant and genuine 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
Prepared for Success after College
Among those in the Class of 2025, 92% were employed, continuing education or engaged in other pursuits within six months of graduation.
Something for Everyone
200+
Something for Everyone
Something for Everyone
With 200-plus clubs, including 41 sports and 22 Greek organizations, students find diverse extracurricular opportunities at Lehigh.
Research for Real Impact
Research for Real Impact
Research at Lehigh, a Carnegie-classified R1 institution, focuses on critical areas of significant impact, employing interdisciplinary approaches to tackle complex global challenges and yield measurable outcomes.
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.
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Della Valle
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Designing Change
Designing Change
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Kishore
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Electrifying the Future
Electrifying the Future
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Kimball
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Driving Downs and Downloads
Driving Downs and Downloads
Ready to Get Started?
At Lehigh, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative community where innovative and integrative learning drives real progress
Scenes from South Mountain
Scenes from South Mountain
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Hallmark Events
Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg spoke at Lehigh University’s Kenner Lecture, addressing polarization, government uncertainty, and civic engagement, urging the community to stay politically active and seek diverse viewpoints. He emphasized on finding common ground and focusing on issues that affect everyday life. Buttigieg’s message was about connection and creating hope through action.
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On South Mountain
Students at Lehigh celebrated Black History Month with performances and community engagement events, creating a space to honor Black culture and foster connection.
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Picturesque Campus
During the spring semester, the Lehigh community enjoys warmer weather and a renewed campus atmosphere, creating a lively transition from winter to spring.
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Mountain Hawks
Luke Stanich takes home gold at the U20 Wrestling World Championships, highlighted by a dramatic comeback victory and disciplined preparation against top international opponents. Supported by his coaches and the Lehigh community, Stanich’s relentless work ethic and mental toughness propelled him from collegiate standout to world champion. His victory reflects both his individual dedication and the strength of Lehigh’s wrestling program.
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Innovative Academics
At Lehigh’s AIR Lab, professors Cristian-loan Vasile and David Saldana earned NSF CAREER grants for advancing robotics that better collaborate with humans and adapt to complex environments.
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Hallmark Events
Steve Wozniak spoke at Lehigh’s spring Compelling Perspectives event, using humorous storytelling to emphasize education, staying true to one’s principles and using AI responsibly.
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Lehigh Family
Julie Wright ’25 M’26 and Rhema Hooper ’26 have cultivated both a strong friendship and a meaningful record of global impact through their work in research, advocacy and community. In recognition of their contributions, they were among nine students who received Distinguished Future Makers Convocation for their exceptional impact in research and innovation
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Lehigh Graduates
Gorgi Pavlov ’14 Ph.D.’18 gained transformative global experience through Lehigh's Iacocca Internship in China and now, a faculty member, applies it to teaching and mentoring students.
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Innovative Academics
Lehigh’s first student rocketry team, now operating from a dedicated on-campus lab, designs liquid propulsion rockets and competes in high-powered rocket competitions.
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Mountain Hawks
A world-class sophomore, Audrey Jimenez is the cornerstone of Lehigh’s inaugural varsity women’s wrestling team. Fresh off the UVW U20 World Championships, Jimenez has six international medals, including U20 and U23 silvers, and a perfect record of 10-0 for the Mountain Hawks. The engineering student and former top-ranked high schooler is a true trailblazer, helping Lehigh establish itself as a national powerhouse in women’s freestyle.
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Mountain Hawks
Lehigh Mountain Hawks men’s basketball defeated Boston University Terriers to win the Patriot League Championship, securing their return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2012. Coached by Brett Reed, the victory marks a long-awaited title and a major milestone for the program.
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Inspired Research
At the 2025 Lehigh University Research Symposium, Michelle Spicer highlighted her research on epiphytes in Panama’s tropical forest, studying how these canopy plant communities respond to temperature shifts and physical disturbance. Her work exemplifies the innovative, globally impactful research that contributed to Lehigh’s RI designation.
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Lehigh Family
A transformative gift from the Jackson family is creating Jackson Laboratory in Packard Laboratory to support hands-on learning in Lehigh’s FYRE program.
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Inspired Research
Lehigh’s Sehadri Lab focuses on wearable sensors, digital health, and physiological monitoring, advancing biomedical technology.