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General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001088
- Phone: (479) 968-3075
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
44.40%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,014Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Lyon College
109 N Commerce St, Russellville, AR
Lyon College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Batesville, AR, which is a predominantly rural area. The Presbyterian Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. The school's small size in terms of enrollment, about 650 students, offers students a more hands on education due to the size of the class and easier access to faculty.
Areas of study offered at Lyon College include but are not limited to:
- Biology
- Psychology
- History
- Business Administration
- English
Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score between 1460 - 1960 on the SAT, or 23 - 28 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 65% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 28 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $25,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Lyon College "Scots" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Golf (NAIA Division I)
- Soccer (NAIA Division I)
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Lyon College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Lyon College is around 660 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 33% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $31,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Part time students pay in the range of $950 to $1,100 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $23,066 |
Receiving Student Loans | 65% | $7,537 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Lyon College may offer services like those listed below:
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1970)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lyon College is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (American Midwest Conference)
- Basketball (American Midwest Conference)
- Football (Sooner Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Lyon College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B)
- Finance (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Lyon College.
- Williams Baptist College in N Little Rock, AR (46 miles away)
- Hendrix College in Arkadelphia, AR (66 miles away)
- Philander Smith College in Morrilton, AR (81 miles away)
- Le Moyne - Owen College in Jackson, TN (101 miles away)
- Rhodes College in Pulaski, TN (102 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- See all colleges in Arkansas
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- Review a list of Arkansas Bible and Christian Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001088
- Phone: (479) 968-3075
- School Homepage