Campus Identity
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. Greers Ferry Lake is about 26 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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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. Greers Ferry Lake is about 26 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Lyon College is a under 1,000, small-town school with NCAA D3 athletics. The campus is 198 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Area.
Athletics
NCAA D3
St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
53°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Lyon College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Hidden Valley Ski Area, 198 miles away with 7 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 390 miles of campus.
Missouri
Missouri
Illinois
Nearby Lake
Greers Ferry Lake is 26 miles from campus, giving Lyon College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Greers Ferry Lake
Lake access within 25.6 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Batesville, AR
Batesville has a mild climate, with winters averaging 38°F in Jan and summers peaking around 80°F in Jul.
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
Lyon College in AR earns a composite safety score of 42/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
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
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $31,000 |
| Fees | $964 |
| Room & Board | $11,530 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $43,494 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
23 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 2024-25 academic year, Lyon College charges $31,000/year in tuition. Including room and board ($11,530/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $30,414/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,616/year — what students actually pay. 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), avg net price ($19,616/year after aid), campus culture in Batesville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lyon College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lyon College directly for the most current information.
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