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We're confident in our deep pursuit of knowledge and bold in its application.

Why Lycoming?

We invest in affordability 85% of students receive financial aid.
Student-to-faculty ratio 11:1 You don't have to fight to be seen — it's inevitable.
Learning beyond the classroom is in our DNA 100%of Lycoming students complete an enhanced academic experience, including internships, study abroad, and undergraduate research.
We look like the world 37% of students are domestic students of color or international.
We launch careers 99% of the Class of 2022 was employed or in graduate school 6-12 months after graduation.
We're ready for you 16k alumni worldwide excel in every field, ready to support fellow Warriors.

Beyond the Books

Criminal justice experiences lead student toward promising career

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U.S. News and World Report, Best Colleges 2025, Liberal Arts Colleges
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Colleges of Distinction 2024-25
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Explore Lycoming

Take a virtual step onto College Place or stroll across the Quad on a student-guided tour and you'll feel right at home.

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Our Graduates Are Career-Ready

2x

Lycoming College seniors engaged in career preparation activities at almost twice the rate of other college seniors.

Met with a career advisor
43%
vs
24%
Got help with their resume
78%
vs
42%
Participated in mock interviews
51%
vs
28%
2 out of every 3 Lycoming seniors have discussed their career interests and goals with a faculty member (compared to just 44% of seniors at peer institutions).
Lycoming seniors engage in career planning talks, panels, and workshops at a rate 22% higher than their national peers.
Nearly half of Lycoming seniors participate in a major- or career-related co-curricular activity (such as a student/professional organization or honor society) compared to less than one-third of seniors nationally.

*Statistics shown are from the 2021 National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE)

WNEP: Courses embrace Hispanic roots and culture

Two instructors are using their Hispanic heritage to teach students about culture and history.

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Lycoming welcomes 15 first-year scholarship award winners

Fifteen first-year students were named to some of the institution’s most prestigious, merit-based scholarship programs receiving merit awards of $25,000-36,000, as well as a $5,000 stipend to support the completion of an enhanced academic experience.

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Lycoming College President Kent Trachte announces retirement

Following 11 years of exemplary and dedicated service, Kent Trachte, the 15th president of Lycoming College, announced that he will retire in June 2025.

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Events

Oct 17

Democracy: Past, Present, Future

Thursday, Oct. 17, 4:30 p.m.

Trogner Presentation Room, Krapf Gateway Center

David Stasavage, Ph.D., will discuss how democracy has evolved over time, where it is today, and how it could evolve in the future.

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Oct 19

Keys and Brass

Saturday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m.

Covenant Central Presbyterian Church

This event will feature a dynamic brass quintet, a captivating solo, and duo trumpet and organ selections.

Oct 23

Exploring the Cosmic Frontier with James Webb Space Telescope

Thursday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m.

Trogner Presentation Room, Krapf Gateway Center

Douthat lecturer, Jeyhan Karteltepe, Ph.D., will speak about the James Webb Space Telescope.

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