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.
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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
$76K
average starting salary of 2023 graduates
Wall Street Journal Ranking
15th
in the U.S. as ranked by The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Lehigh News
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
95%
Prepared for Success after College
Something for Everyone
200+
Something for Everyone
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.
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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Promoting Inclusion
Promoting Inclusion
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Building Community
Building Community
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Making Discoveries
Making Discoveries
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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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Mandela Washington Fellows engage in vibrant discussions, sharing diverse perspectives and innovative ideas. These young African leaders, participating in the Iacocca Institute program at Lehigh, are poised to drive change in their communities and beyond, learning valuable leadership skills and building global networks. Their presence enriches the Lehigh community and fosters mutual understanding and collaboration.
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Darian Cruz ‘18, ready to represent Puerto Rico at the Paris Olympics, reflects on his Lehigh Athletics experience and preparation.
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Students and locals enjoy deals at The Great South Side Sale, an annual event that raises money for programming for children in South Bethlehem.
![2024 Lehigh University Reunion](/sites/www2/files/2024-08/ScenesFromSouthMountain-Reunion24-LehighUniversity.jpg)
Alumni from various graduating classes return to Lehigh for a reunion, reliving cherished memories. Festivities include campus tours, networking events and special recognition ceremonies, all contributing to a vibrant atmosphere of Lehigh pride.
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Joshua Pepper, an astrophysicist and professor, explores the mysteries of the universe in his engaging talk.
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Lehigh professor Armando Anzellini's bioarchaeological study in Romania uses isotope analysis to reveal ancient social structures and health.
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Graduate students from the College of Health are engaged in crucial research, monitoring air toxicity levels in urban environments. Their work, supervised by renowned faculty, contributes valuable data that informs public health policies and aims to mitigate the impact of air pollutants on communities.
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Lehigh students explore the Clayton University Center at Packer Hall, learning more about project plans for its opening in 2025.
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The McDermott Lab explores seafloor hydrothermal vents and ancient terrestrial fracture waters, studying geochemical processes that sustain microbial life.
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The Lehigh football team gears up for the season with intense practice sessions, focusing on strategy, strength and teamwork.
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The historic Linderman Library stands as a beacon of knowledge and architectural beauty.
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Professor Wes Hiatt, from the Art, Architecture and Design Department in the College of Arts and Sciences, explores the dynamics and significance of small cities in his latest research. His work examines how these urban areas contribute to economic development, cultural richness and social innovation, informing urban planning and policy-making in small cities.
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Dean Manoj Malhotra joins Lehigh’s College of Business to lead the next chapter of business innovation.
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The Hatchery at Lehigh enables students to develop innovative solutions and entrepreneurial skills through design thinking and rapid prototyping.