Lyon College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Batesville, Arkansas with 648 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, costs an average of $14,400 a year after grants and graduates 45% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Lyon College acceptance rate and admissions
Lyon College admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Lyon College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | May 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Lyon College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Lyon College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $31,000 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,750 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $43,986 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,400 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $14,400 a year after grants and scholarships, $29,586 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Lyon College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Lyon College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,833 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 47% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Lyon College majors and what graduates earn
Lyon College awarded bachelor's degrees in 23 fields recently.
All 23 majors at Lyon College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 25 | n/a | n/a | $18,000 |
| Business administration | 25 | $40,788 | n/a | $21,500 |
| Computer science | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 10 | $29,323 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Anthropology | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Students and location
- 648 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 44% women, 56% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Lyon College?
Lyon College admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Lyon College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $31,000. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $14,400 a year in 2024-25.
Is Lyon College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Lyon College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Lyon College?
45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Lyon College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,833 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.