Building a better world. Starting in Arkansas.

Lyon College is a small, private, liberal arts college, widely recognized for our outstanding academic reputation, beautiful campus, and vibrant community. We produce experienced, engaged, and successful graduates who lead lives of impact.

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Lyon College

By the Numbers

majors, minors and concentrations including a build-your-own degree path.

99%

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10:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

91%

of 2021 grads were employed or in grad school within six months

Average Class Size

90%

medical school acceptance rate over the last 20 years—more than double the national average of 41%

4.5

Miles of Hiking and Biking Trails on Campus

1872

Founded in Batesville, Arkansas

Academic Programs

Go Beyond Boundaries

Business & Economics

Broaden your understanding of human culture by examining the economic principles behind social, organizational and individual decision-making.

Computer Science, Physics & Math

Develop vital tools for understanding the world and a foundation for lifelong inquiry, creativity and experimentation.

Fine Arts

Sharpen the tools, skills and techniques necessary to explore and examine their creative, critical and analytic voice.

Humanities

Discover new and old theories regarding literature, language, culture and art.

Language & Literature

Prepare to be critical readers, creative writers, and conscious citizens by analyzing the style and content of a text to studying new cultures and traditions.

Natural Sciences

Develop their abilities to observe, analyze and problem-solve. They learn to investigate the universe from a subatomic level to a cosmic level.

Psychology & Education

Be an active participant in bettering the lives of those around you.

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Lyon College Theatre to Present 'Bus Stop' Monday, April 15, 2024
The Harlequin Theatre troupe at Lyon College, the oldest collegiate theatre organization in Arkansas, will present William Inge’s “Bus Stop” April 18-21 in the Holloway Theatre on...
Lyon College Introduces State’s Only Graduate Certificate in Teaching Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing Students Monday, April 15, 2024
Lyon College announced today the launch of its innovative Graduate Certificate in Teaching Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing Students, providing educators with a specialized pathway to obtain the Arkansas...
Celebrating 152 Years of Honor at Lyon College Friday, April 12, 2024
Since its inception in 1872, Lyon College has stood as a beacon of academic excellence and integrity, with its core values rooted in perseverance, community, and honor. This year marks 152 years of...