Recognized among the nation's premier research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for more than 7,000 students. Our small size, ideal student-to-faculty ratio and vibrant campus allow students to collaborate on projects in and out of the classroom.
Students Enrolled
7,692
students (undergraduate & graduate)
Student to Faculty Ratio
10:1
student-to-faculty ratio
Graduate Starting Salary
$76K
average starting salary of 2023 graduates
Lehigh's Endowment
$1.7B
Lehigh's endowment benefiting current and future generations of Lehigh students
Sports at Lehigh
25
NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports for men and women
Students with International Experience
40%
of Lehigh students have an international experience while at Lehigh, and 30% of those students participate in more than one abroad experience
Student Profile
Our students are ambitious, collaborative and dynamic. Here at Lehigh, they have the opportunity to engage in student clubs and organizations devoted to the arts, politics, dance, culture, environmental issues and more.
Number of Undergraduate Students
5,911
undergraduate students
Number of Graduate Students
1,781
graduate students
Male/Female Ratio
52/48
our student body is 52% male and 48% female
Lehigh does not currently collect gender identity data beyond these categories.
Ethnicity
| Ethnicity | Undergrad Percent | Grad Percent |
|---|---|---|
| White | 60% | 49% |
| Hispanic of any race | 11% | 6% |
| Asian | 11% | 5% |
| Non-citizen | 7% | 34% |
| Black or African American | 5% | 3% |
| Race and ethnicity unknown | 2% | 2% |
| Two or more races | 4% | 1% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0% | 0% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% |
Top Home States
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
- New York
- California
- Massachusetts
Top Home Countries
- USA
- China
- India
- Iran
- Vietnam
Extracurricular Participation
Extracurricular Participation
91
of Lehigh undergraduate students participate in an extracurricular activity
Clubs and Organizations at Lehigh
Admissions Stats
Lehigh's Class of 2028 is one of the most talented to ever be admitted to the University, as well as one of the most diverse. Learn more about Admissions at Lehigh >
SAT & ACT Ranges
SAT & ACT Ranges
SAT & ACT ranges of the middle 50% of admitted students (new SAT redesigned scale)
| Test | Range |
|---|---|
| SAT Evidenced-Based Reading & Writing | 700-760 |
| SAT Math | 720-780 |
| ACT (not including writing score) | 32-35 |
Costs & Aid
Lehigh University has a long-standing commitment to need-based financial aid and seeks to make a world-renowned education accessible for all admitted students. A Lehigh degree is the beginning of a successful career—salaries of Lehigh graduates have been highly ranked by Payscale for decades. Learn more about Tuition & Financial Aid at Lehigh >
Tuition
$63,930
tuition for the '24-'25 academic year
Room and Board
$17,220
typical room and board
Grants and Scholarships
$145M
in grants and scholarships
After Graduation
At Lehigh, we provide real-world collaborative experiences, professional development and career advisement to prepare our students for success after college. Students benefit from a supportive campus culture where faculty, staff, alumni and industry partners play an active role in their academic and career development. Learn more about Lehigh's Center for Career & Professional Development >
Lehigh Alumni Network
86K
graduates in the Lehigh alumni network
Graduate Starting Salary
$76K
average starting salary of 2023 graduates
Unique Employers Hiring Graduates
509
unique employers hired Lehigh graduates from the class of 2023
Internship Participation
91%
of our graduates completed one or more internships or an experiential learning opportunity
Skills to be successful in careers
97%
of graduates reported that their experiences at Lehigh helped develop the skills to be successful in their careers
Plans After Graduation
90%
of graduates agree that their plans after graduation reflect their current career goals
Graduating Class Outcomes
95.4%
of the Class of 2023 were employed, continuing education or pursuing military or volunteer service within six months of graduation
Graduate Outcomes
| Outcomes | Percent |
|---|---|
| Employed | 67.8% |
| Continuing Education | 24% |
| Still Seeking | 4.6% |
| Other | 3.6% |
Academics
As members of our dynamic and collaborative community, students at Lehigh pursue their passions through academic rigor, a flexible curriculum, hands-on learning experiences and innovative research. Lehigh is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more about Academics at Lehigh >
Programs and Courses Offered
2,300+
programs and courses offered
Average Class Size
28
average class size
Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Programs
13
undergraduate interdisciplinary programs
Undergraduate Degree Programs and Majors
113
undergraduate degree programs and majors
Research-based Graduate Programs
87
research-based Ph.D. programs and professional master’s degree and certificate programs
Student to Faculty Ratio
10:1
student-to-faculty ratio
Internship Participation
91
of our graduates completed one or more internships or an experiential learning opportunity
Undergrads by College
5,624 Undergraduate Students
| College | Percent |
|---|---|
| CAS | 38% |
| RCEAS | 24% |
| College of Business | 23% |
| Intercollegiate | 11% |
| College of Health | 3% |
| Arts & Engineering | 1% |
Graduate Students by College
1,770 Graduate Students
| College | Percent |
|---|---|
| RCEAS | 39% |
| COE | 26% |
| CAS | 18% |
| College of Business | 14% |
| Intercollegiate | 3% |
Faculty & Research
At Lehigh we foster a culture of discovery and innovation, and believe graduates who carry a spirit of inquiry into the world are among our greatest contributions to society. Research at Lehigh is at the center of how we look at the world and how we work to contribute to its betterment.
Full-Time Faculty
584
full-time faculty
Increase in Federal Research Funding
38%
increase in federal research funding over the last two years
Faculty Holding Terminal Degrees
82%
of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields
Global
Lehigh challenges students to gain a greater understanding of how the world works beyond their doorstep, and how to collaborate successfully with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Countries Represented on Campus
100
countries represented on campus
Alumni Living Overseas
2,626
number of alumni who live overseas, spanning six continents
NGO Ranking
6th
university in the world recognized as an NGO by the United Nations, with 40 United Nations–related programs every year
Iacocca International Internships
100+
fully funded Iacocca International Internships in about 32 countries every year
Study Abroad Programs
300+
study abroad programs in 74 countries offered to Lehigh students
Faculty with an International Degree
29%
Lehigh professors with a degree from an international college or university
International Experience - Circle
40
of Lehigh students have an international experience while at Lehigh, and 30% of those students participate in more than one abroad experience
Student Life
Lehigh University blends its rigorous academic programs with an energetic and exciting campus environment, offering distinctive programs that support, guide, challenge and inspire our students.
Clubs and Organizations at Lehigh
200+
150+ clubs, including 41 intramural and club sports and 22 fraternities and sororities
Community Service Hours
65K+
hours of community service performed by the Lehigh community each year
Intramural Contests
681
scheduled intramural contests, with 2,906 participants
Arts Events on Campus
250+
arts events on campus
Sports at Lehigh
25
NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports for men and women
Percent of Undergrads from Underrepresented Background
30%
of Lehigh’s undergraduate students are of an underrepresented background
Our Campus
Founded in 1865 by industrial pioneer, entrepreneur and philanthropist Asa Packer, Lehigh offers a “friendly community-oriented atmosphere on a hilly campus that is beyond beautiful,” according to The Princeton Review. Along with our main Asa Packer campus, we also offer academic, research and athletic programming on our Mountaintop and Goodman campuses.
Number of Campuses
3
campuses
Acres of Campus
1,600
acres on three contiguous campuses
Stairs on Asa Packer Campus
2,500+
stairs across the Asa Packer campus
Percentage of Undergrads Living on Campus
65
of undergraduate students live on campus—in either residence halls, Greek houses or one of 22 specialty housing options
Bethlehem
Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, a vibrant and historic community located in the Lehigh Valley, just a short drive from New York City and Philadelphia. Learn more about Bethlehem >
Population of Lehigh Valley
820K
population of Lehigh Valley
Restaurants in Bethlehem
80
restaurants in center city Bethlehem
Bethlehem Festivals
20+
festivals per year
Average Temperatures
Average Temperatures
| Day | Hi/Low |
|---|---|
| First day of fall semester (September) | 80℉/63℉ (27C/17C) |
| During Spirit Week (November) | 51℉/36℉ (11C/2C) |
| First day of spring semester (January) | 37℉/23℉ (3C/-5C) |
| Commencement Day (May) | 74℉/54℉ (23C/12C) |