Why Lycoming?

Because it’s you, but better.

We’re not trying to change who you are—we’re helping you become the best version of yourself.

Lycoming College teaches you how to think, not what to think. It’s a place where professors know you, mentorship is built into the experience, and opportunities challenge you to grow personally and professionally.

Here, you’ll build a foundation to stand on and the confidence to stand out.

A different kind of academic experience.

You won't just choose a major. You'll build a direction.

Programs built around possibility

Flexible programs designed to mix, match, and grow with your interests, goals, and an ever-changing world.

Explore academics

Opportunities that start early

Internships, research, travel courses, study abroad, and hands-on learning that connects academics to real life.

Get hands on

A community that moves with you

Campus life that encourages you to build friendships, take on leadership, pursue your interests, and stay active.

Find your people & passion

Outcomes that go further

Graduates prepared for careers, graduate school, and opportunities long after their time at Lycoming.

See where Warriors go

Top 100 National Liberal Arts College according to U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges list.

#21 in the U.S. News Best Value Schools for high-quality, affordable education.

#5 Top Performer in Social Mobility according to U.S. News & World Report for improving access and student outcomes.

Best 391 on Princeton Review's Best College list, as well as Best Mid-Atlantic and Green Colleges.

95% of the Class of 2025 entered graduate school or found employment within 6–12 months after graduation.

10:1 student-to-faculty ratio designed for discussion, collaboration, and close faculty mentorship.

85% of students receive scholarships, grants, or other financial assistance.

100% of students participate in at least one hands-on experience such as an internship, research, study abroad, or fieldwork.

What Students Found Here

"I knew I was interested in a smaller school: I wanted hands-on experiences and one-on-one mentorship from faculty. Large state schools were not a good fit with my academic goals."

John Confair '23
Quantitative Economics & Physics

"From interdisciplinary coursework that challenged me to think in different ways, to support in and out of the classroom, Lycoming helped me grow as a student and as a person."

Sarah Lanphear '25
Ecology & Creative Writing

"The involvement I was able to have in campus organizations, combined with the people I had the opportunity to meet and my time with my soccer teammates, are what made my time at Lycoming so memorable."

Luke Jordan '22
Biology

A Place That Feels Like Home

College isn't just about academic discovery. It's about finding connection, confidence, and a place to belong. At Lycoming, more than 60+ clubs and organizations, 20 NCAA Division III athletic teams, service opportunities, and outdoor adventure make it easy to get involved and make your mark.

Williamsport, Pennsylvania combines the connection of a close-knit college town with access to internships, healthcare, arts, dining and recreation, all within a few hours of major East Coast cities.

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