Lehigh University is a well-known private research university in the United States. The following is a detailed introduction to the school:

School Overview

History of the school: The school was founded in 1865 by industrialist and philanthropist Asa Packer. Due to Packer's generous donation, the school did not charge tuition from 1871 to 1891.

Location: Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 50 miles north of Philadelphia and 75 miles west of New York City, with convenient transportation.

Campus size: The campus covers an area of ​​2,355 acres. The main campus is located on the forest slope of South Mountain, and half of the campus is reserved as open space.

Student size: In the fall of 2022, the school has a total of 5,624 undergraduates and a total student body of approximately 6,200. People.

Academic Strength

Professional Settings: The school has four colleges, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate majors, covering arts and sciences, business and economics, education, engineering and applied sciences, such as finance, mechanical engineering, psychology, accounting, computer science and other majors.

Teaching Mode: The school adopts a semester-based academic calendar with a teacher-student ratio of 1:10. 45% of classes have fewer than 20 students, which can ensure full communication between students and teachers and personalized teaching guidance.

Academic Ranking: Ranked 47th in the 2024 U.S. News Best Colleges in the United States, and ranked 22nd in the Best Value Schools. Its online MBA program ranks 33rd and its online engineering master's program ranks 47th.

Academic Resources: The school has several well-known research centers, such as the Musser Entrepreneurship Center, the Advanced Technology Engineering Research Center for Large Structural Systems, and the Van de Graaff Accelerator, which provide strong support for the scientific research work of students and teachers.

Campus Life

Student Clubs: The school has a rich variety of student clubs and organizations, with more than 91% Undergraduates will participate in extracurricular activities. These clubs cover academic, cultural, artistic, sports, public welfare and other aspects, meeting students' different interests and development needs.

Accommodation conditions: All freshmen are required to live on campus, and sophomores are also required to live in on-campus dormitories or Greek-style housing. The school's dormitories are well-equipped and comfortable, providing students with a good living experience.

Sports activities: Lehigh University's sports team is called "Mountain Hawks". It is a member of the Patriot League and participates in 25 NCAA Division I sports competitions. Among them, the sports competition with Lafayette College is the most famous. The rugby game between the two schools is very traditional and influential.

Study abroad related

Study abroad programs: The school provides students with a wealth of overseas study and exchange opportunities. About 40% of students have international exchange experience during their studies, and 30% of students have participated in more than one overseas program.

Scholarships: The school has a long-term commitment to need-based financial aid and is committed to allowing all admitted students to receive a world-renowned education. For the 2024-2025 class, 30% of admitted students received scholarships of $15,000 or more per year, and more than 50% of enrolled students received some form of financial aid, with total aid exceeding $137 million.