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.
Lyon College
By the Numbers
25
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
11
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
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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.
Nursing
At Lyon College, we understand that nursing is more than just a profession; it's a calling to make a meaningful impact on patient care. Our Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) program is designed to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that employers value most.
Psychology & Education
Be an active participant in bettering the lives of those around you.
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Lyon College to Host 2025 Student Creative Arts and Research Forum (SCARF) Organized by Order of the Tartan Chapter of Mortar Board
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Lyon College will host the 2025 Student Creative Arts and Research Forum (SCARF) on Tuesday, April 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the Lyon Business and Economics Building on the Lyon College campus, 2300...
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Lyon College Scots Volunteer Over Spring Break to Aid Tornado Victims
Friday, April 4, 2025
A large group of Lyon College students, including members of the Scots softball team, spent their spring break assisting with cleanup efforts in Cave City and the surrounding region following recent...
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White River Sinfonia Announces Inaugural Concert at Lyon College
Friday, April 4, 2025
The White River Sinfonia will present its inaugural concert featuring local string musicians at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, in Sloan Auditorium of the Brown Fine Arts Building on the...
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:00 PM - 8:15 PM
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