Lyon College
About Lyon College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lyon College sits in Batesville, in the Ozark foothills of north-central Arkansas, and is the state's oldest independent college still in its original location. Business, kinesiology, psychology and biology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1872
Location
Batesville, Arkansas
Students
650
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
62.8%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
46.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$31,000
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,616
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$44,232
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
62.8 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 62.8% acceptance rate, Lyon College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Average: 24 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
46.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71.3%
4-Year Grad
37%
6-Year Grad
46%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
79.7%
$/Student
$19.3K
Class Size
Small
The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 71.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$31,000
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,750
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,978
After Financial Aid
$19,616
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,084
Receive Grants
40.6%
Take Loans
64.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $44,978/yr, including $10,750 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,616.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lyon College fund their education.
While in School
40.6%
Get Grants
Free money
64.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$51,394
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,500 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lyon College.
Gender
43.7%
Female
56%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
648
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2
Graduates
30%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2.7%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 30% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
648
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lyon College fields 11 varsity teams with 464 student athletes, about 72% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
St. Louis
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
464
72% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
68% / 32%
316
Men
148
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lyon Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,232
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
21 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
17 grads
Psychology, General
—
16 grads
Biology, General
—
15 grads
Computer Science
—
14 grads
Finance and Financial Management Services
—
12 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.