Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.
700 College Place, Williamsport, PA 17701-5192
Although Lycoming College is one of the 50 oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States, it is a communitywith new vitality, ongoing momentum, and a nationally-recognized commitment to quality education.Lycoming College is rankedas a national liberal art college by the Carnegie Commission and by U.S. News & World.
School Overview: | Lycoming College | |
| County | Lycoming County, PA | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--Liberal Arts | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private not-for-profit | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 93 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 1,365 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,342 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 23 students | 137 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
| % Asian | - | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 3% |
| % Black | 3% | 6% |
| % White | 95% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | - | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $32,756 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $32,756 | $24,744 |
| Percent Admitted | 72% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 450-570 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 470-590 | 460-573 |
| SAT Writing (25-75%) | 440-560 | 440-570 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 20-26 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- 1500 students from 22 states and 12 foreign nations make Lycoming their home. There is 1 professor toburn the midnight oil for every 13 students. There are 90 full-time "burners" who teach 3 courses each semester to an averageclass size of just 18. 92% of the professors have a Ph.D. or the highest degree offered in their field. At Lycoming, you canchoose from over 700 courses in 34 majors. You can read 187,722 books in our library or over 1,147 periodicals.
- Lycoming College believes residence hall living is an important part of the college experience and thelearning that occurs in the halls is an essential ingredient in the growth, development and education of our students.
- Lycoming is located near downtown Williamsport where we've been since 1812 (overture, please) makingus one of the nation's 50 oldest colleges. That's the Susquehanna River in the background and Bald Eagle Mountain. TheInternational headquarters of Little League Baseball is across the river. If you did a 180 you would see some of theprettiest scenery around.
- Lycoming is ranked in U.S. News and World Report as a "National Liberal Arts College." In addition tosuch fine academic and financial assessments, we are proud that Lycoming is included on the Templeton Foundation's "HonorRoll of Character-Building Colleges." Lycoming College is ranked as a national liberal art college by the Carnegie Commissionand by U.S. News & World.
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