LEHIGH UNIVERSITY

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Lehigh University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Bethlehem, PA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.

Contacting the School

27 Memorial Dr W
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Main Phone: (610) 758-3000
Web Site: www.lehigh.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 5,967 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 702 male students and 443 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 61.3% of the student body, while females made up 38.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (2)%, and Asian (5)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 44.4% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 570. One quarter of students scored at least 660.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 620 or higher. One fourth of students scored 710 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Certificate, Post-Master's
Doctor's Degree

Degree Programs

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Architecture

General Architecture

Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering

Engineering Technology And Technicians

Other Engineering Technology And Technician

English Language And Literature

General English Language

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

Pre Med

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Science Technologies

Other Science Technology

School Accreditation

Lehigh University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Lehigh University is accredited regionally. The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Lehigh University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Patriot League (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Accelerated programs
AP credits
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 35,410
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 27,880
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 35,410

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.

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