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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Williamsport, PA

Lycoming College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$47,675

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

67.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

61.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$56,210

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Lycoming College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Williamsport, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $47,675, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 61.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing540 – 643
20025th–75th percentile800
Math530 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite23 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

67.9%

Transfer-Out Rate30.1%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$190,700

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$26,210

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$71,400

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$333,500

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Lycoming College is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.2%
47.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
64.6%
Hispanic
12.2%
Black
10.9%
Unknown
4.6%
Two or more
3.7%
International
2.4%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$47,675

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,756
$30k - $48k$15,044
$48k - $75k$16,467
$75k+$20,561

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients40.1%
Using Federal Loans72.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment73.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

82.4%

Success

61.9%

In-State Cost

$47,675

Age 25+ Students

1.1%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

437 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Williamsport (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Williamsport (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Williamsport

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$756

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$902

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,082

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Williamsport metropolitan area.