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Lyon College

Batesville, AR·Private·www.lyon.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D3

Lyon College is a small private nonprofit college in Batesville, AR. Approximately 648 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 63% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Lyon College is a small private nonprofit college in Batesville, AR. Approximately 648 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 63% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

63%
Acceptance Rate
1,654 applications
24
ACT Score (50th %ile)
$29,450
In-State Tuition
+$964 fees
$29,450
Out-of-State Tuition
+$964 fees
$11,530
Room & Board
648
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
23%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D3
Athletics
St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic
Selectivity63% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D3

St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Ski Access

198 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

53°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

198 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
314 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Batesville, AR

38°Jan41°Feb50°Mar59°Apr68°May77°Jun80°Jul79°Aug72°Sep61°Oct49°Nov41°Dec

Station: BATESVILLE LOCK AND DAM 1 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

42/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety454038
45/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
40/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
38/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$29,450
Fees
$964
Room & Board
$11,530
Total
$41,944

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

23 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
21 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's
17 grads/yr
Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
16 grads/yr
Biology, GeneralBachelor's
15 grads/yr
Computer ScienceBachelor's
14 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's21 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Bachelor's17 grads
Psychology, General
Bachelor's16 grads
Biology, General
Bachelor's15 grads
Computer Science
Bachelor's14 grads
Finance and Financial Management Services
Bachelor's12 grads
Economics
Bachelor's9 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's9 grads
Mathematics
Bachelor's8 grads
Anthropology
Bachelor's7 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lyon College located?

Lyon College is located in Batesville, AR. The main campus address is 2300 Highland Road, Batesville, AR. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Lyon College?

Lyon College has an acceptance rate of 63%, making it moderately selective. Out of 1,654 applicants, 1,038 were admitted in the most recent year. 648 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Lyon College?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Lyon College scored between ? and ? on the ACT, with a median of 24. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Lyon College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Lyon College charges $29,450/year in tuition. Including room and board ($11,530/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $30,414/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Lyon College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Lyon College have college sports?

Yes — Lyon College competes at the NCAA D3 level in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

Is Lyon College the right fit for me?

Whether Lyon College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (63% admit rate), cost ($29,450/year out-of-state), campus culture in Batesville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lyon College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lyon College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Batesville, AR
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's
NCAA
NCAA D3
Conference
St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic
School Year Weather
Warm · 53°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
42/100
Nearest Airport
Jonesboro, AR (JBR) · 55 mialso WMH (62 mi), LRF (66 mi)

Location

Batesville, AR

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.