Quick Summary
Since 1865, Lehigh University has been one of United States's prominent private research universitys, based in Bethlehem. The institution enrolls approximately 7611 students, with 11% being international. Known for strengths in Engineering, Business, Finance, it maintains an acceptance rate of 37%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Lehigh offers a rare combination of a powerful research engine and a small-college atmosphere with high return on investment.
Subject Strengths
EngineeringBusinessFinanceMaterials SciencePsychology
Founded1865
TypePrivate Research University
Total Students7611
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio9:1
CampusResidential
Campus Size2358 acres
Affiliated HospitalsLehigh Valley Health Network,St. Luke's University Health Network
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education,AACSB,ABET
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral
Programs
Engineering,Education,Arts and Sciences,Business
PhD Programs
Flex MBA,Technical Entrepreneurship,Educational Leadership
Online Programs
Center for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology,Iacocca Institute,Rossin College Research Centers
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Middle States Commission on Higher Education,AACSB,ABET
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate37%
IELTS7
TOEFL90
Min GPA3.5
GREOptional for most programs
GMATOptional for MBA
SATTest-Optional
ACTTest-Optional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight interdisciplinary academic interests and community involvement. Lehigh values students who demonstrate leadership and entrepreneurial spirit.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$65,350/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$18,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$45,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$85,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$42,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Finance | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Bioengineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$79,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHighly active career center with strong placement in Fortune 500 companies.
Industry Connections
AmazonIBMPwCJohnson & JohnsonBoeing
Notable Alumni
Lee Iacocca,Terry Hart,Martin Baron,Stephanie Ruhle
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stabler Arena,Goodman Stadium,Taylor Gymnasium
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
Linderman Library,Fairchild-Martindale Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available