Lehigh University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Average High School GPA: 3.9
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1370-1480
ACT Range: 31-33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 5,800
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $66,810
Out-of-State Tuition: $66,810
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Setting: Rural
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 29°F (-2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 75°F (24°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 47 inches (1,194 mm)
Nearest Airport: Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) — Approximately 7 miles (15-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram: @lehighu
Swim Team Instagram: @lehighswimdive
Twitter: @LehighU
Facebook: Lehigh University
LinkedIn: Lehigh University
YouTube: Lehigh University
TikTok: @lehighu
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Patriot League
Nickname: Mountain Hawk
Mascot: Clutch, the Mountain Hawk
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Jacobs Pool
Head Coach: Rob Herb
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #6 in Patriot League
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #6 in Patriot League
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U.S. News College Rankings
#46 in National Universities (tie)
#51 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#25 in Best Undergraduate Teaching
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Forbes Top Colleges
#44 In Private Colleges
#49 In Research Universities
#28 In The Northeast
America's Best Employers By State 2020
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A+
Academics: A+
Diversity: A
Athletics: B+
Professors: A+
Dorms: C+
Student Life: A
Value: A
Campus: B
Party Scene: A+
Location: C+
Campus Food: B-
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #86 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #290 of 1,332
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