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Academics

Abundant Opportunities,
Exceptional Preparation

As members of Lehigh’s vibrant and collaborative community of scholars, students pursue their passions through academic rigor, a flexible curriculum, hands-on experiences and innovative research.

Our Approach to Learning

Learn more about key elements that make a Lehigh education distinctive.

Engaged Research

Fostering inquisitive minds through hands-on, real-world experience

Interdisciplinary Studies

Challenging and engaging students through a collaborative, cross-curricular academic experience

Creative Inquiry

Increasing capacities for independent inquiry, risk taking and problem solving

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Developing individuals who recognize problems as opportunities and create valuable solutions

 

Our Colleges

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College of Arts and Sciences

With educational opportunities both broad and deep, our students grow into critical and creative thinkers—ready to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges. Learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences >

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College of Business

Tomorrow’s business leaders need to think unconventionally and with integrity. We challenge our students to lead both inside and outside of the boardroom. Learn more about the College of Business >

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College of Education

We are committed to practical and progressive teaching and research that result in measurable changes within schools, clinics and national policy. Learn more about the College of Education >

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College of Health

Our innovative new college will prepare the next generation of scientists and leaders in population health through intensive course work, distance learning and experiential learning opportunities. Learn more about the College of Health >

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P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science

Engineering is driven by humanity. Our students are problem-solvers who conduct research in an integrated and collaborative environment. Learn more about the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science >

By the Numbers

Lehigh’s challenging curriculum and engaged faculty encourage risk-takers, problem-solvers and creative thinkers to discover, adapt and thrive. View more stats >

10:1

student-to-faculty ratio

28

average class size

2,300+

programs and courses offered

13

undergraduate interdisciplinary programs

111

undergraduate degree programs and majors

87

research-based Ph.D. programs and professional master’s degree and certificate programs

Graduate Studies

Lehigh’s graduate programs feature the best of academia: a remarkable breadth and depth of expertise, resources and partnerships aligned with the collaborative mindset that distinguishes highly selective, top-ranked programs. Learn more about graduate studies >

Professional & Executive Education

Lehigh supports the lifelong pursuit of education through professional, certificate and non-degree courses of study in all four colleges. Learn more about professional & executive education >

Distance Education

Lehigh’s brand of educational excellence expands to working professionals through the Office of Distance Education’s graduate programs and certificates. Learn more about distance education >