Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA · private nonprofit
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 25.9% |
| Applicants | 20,396 |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1380–1490 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 31–33 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $33,549 |
| Grad rate | 89% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $105,584 |
| Source | cds · 2024 |
Application requirements
| Early Decision | 2025-11-01 |
| Early Decision II | 2026-01-01 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-01-01 |
| Application fee | $75 (US) · $75 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Test policy | never required |
| Teacher recommendations | 1 |
| Counselor recommendation | Required |
| Mid-year report | Required |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
~200 words each.
- How did you first learn about Lehigh University and what motivated you to apply? (200 words)
- At Lehigh, we believe in pausing to celebrate the good—meaningful moments that bring joy, pride or motivation. What’s something great happening in your life right now? It could be an accomplishment, a personal win (big or small) or something you’re genuinely excited about. If it matters to you, we’d love to hear about it. (200 words)
- How will the unique combination of college, program, major and/or 4+1 program that you selected above allow you to achieve your educational or professional goals? (200 words)
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).