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Lyon College

Batesville, Arkansas 72501

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Lyon College is a private institution in Batesville with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 563 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,232 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,670.

Established
1872
Motto
Latin: Perseverantia Omnia Vincet Deo Volente
Type
Private college
Division
Division III

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66%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
563Students
10:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$44,232Earnings 10yr
$22,670Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Lyon College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate65.5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

65.5%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$31,000
Room & Board$10,750
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$44,943
Average Net Price$22,670
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,857
$30–48K$17,504
$48–75K$22,559
$75–110K$25,258
$110K+$26,818

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

38.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$10,699

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (26)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

68%

Negative
  • •68% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
563
Gender Split
43% / 57%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%

Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Black 9%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.9%
Freshman Retention68.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,629
10 Years$44,232

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Scots

Lacrosse

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Located in Batesville, Arkansas, the college was founded in 1872 and is the oldest independent college in Arkansas.
  • •In 1871, state leaders narrowed down choices for the potential flagship location of a state college to either Fayetteville or Batesville.
  • •The charter was signed by Governor Ozra Amander Hadley on October 24, 1872.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MEM Memphis106 mi
STL St Louis217 mi
BNA Nashville278 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1189 mi · ~34h 21m drive
New York, NY1013 mi · ~29h 16m drive
Hartford, CT1099 mi · ~31h 45m drive
Providence, RI1162 mi · ~33h 34m drive
Albany, NY1065 mi · ~30h 46m drive
Syracuse, NY965 mi · ~27h 53m drive
Rochester, NY903 mi · ~26h 5m drive
Buffalo, NY838 mi · ~24h 13m drive
Philadelphia, PA941 mi · ~27h 11m drive
Pittsburgh, PA709 mi · ~20h 29m drive
Harrisburg, PA859 mi · ~24h 49m drive
Newark, NJ1005 mi · ~29h 2m drive
Washington, DC829 mi · ~23h 57m drive
Baltimore, MD856 mi · ~24h 44m drive
Atlanta, GA434 mi · ~12h 32m drive
Charlotte, NC607 mi · ~17h 32m drive
Raleigh, NC727 mi · ~21h drive
Miami, FL968 mi · ~27h 58m drive
Orlando, FL780 mi · ~22h 32m drive
Tampa, FL762 mi · ~22h 1m drive
Nashville, TN272 mi · ~7h 51m drive
New Orleans, LA413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Richmond, VA795 mi · ~22h 58m drive
Chicago, IL473 mi · ~13h 40m drive
Detroit, MI645 mi · ~18h 38m drive
Minneapolis, MN641 mi · ~18h 31m drive
St. Louis, MO212 mi · ~6h 7m drive
Kansas City, MO281 mi · ~8h 7m drive
Indianapolis, IN406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Columbus, OH552 mi · ~15h 57m drive
Cleveland, OH665 mi · ~19h 13m drive
Milwaukee, WI539 mi · ~15h 34m drive
Dallas, TX361 mi · ~10h 26m drive
Houston, TX469 mi · ~13h 33m drive
Austin, TX520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
San Antonio, TX593 mi · ~17h 8m drive
Los Angeles, CA1508 mi · ~43h 34m drive
San Francisco, CA1702 mi · ~49h 10m drive
San Diego, CA1469 mi · ~42h 26m drive
Seattle, WA1767 mi · ~51h 3m drive
Portland, OR1748 mi · ~50h 30m drive
Denver, CO779 mi · ~22h 30m drive
Phoenix, AZ1172 mi · ~33h 51m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1149 mi · ~33h 12m drive
Honolulu, HI4067 mi · ~117h 29m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Memphis (MEM)106 miles
Rental car
159 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
212 min$127-212
St Louis (STL)217 miles
Rental car
326 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
434 min$260-434

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