At a glance
Average net price
$19,616
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
46.8%
Admission rate
63%
Undergrad size
648
In-state tuition
$31,000
Out-of-state tuition
$31,000
Cost of attendance
$44,978
Median earnings (10y)
$44,232
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 71.3%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (35%), business (20%), social sciences (19%).
- STEM35%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services11%
- Biological sciences23.1%~150 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business20.2%~131 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation10.6%~69 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science9.6%~62 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology6.7%~44 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences6.7%~44 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education5.8%~37 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.9%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.9%~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.0%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
16 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lyon College
Lyon College is a small institution located in Batesville, Arkansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 648 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Business, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lyon College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,616 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $31,000 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $44,978 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 46.8%, a average completion outcome. 71.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,232 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lyon College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Business, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (35% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Lyon College accepts 63% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Batesville, Arkansas (town), Lyon College draws students from across Arkansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lyon College
Q.How much does Lyon College cost?
The average net price at Lyon College is $19,616 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $44,978.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lyon College?
Lyon College has a 6-year graduation rate of 46.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Lyon College?
Lyon College admits 63% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Lyon College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lyon College graduate earns $44,232 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lyon College?
Published tuition is $31,000 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lyon College located?
Lyon College is located in Batesville, Arkansas (ZIP 72501).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lyon College at their official website.