Our Approach to Learning
Learn more about key elements that make a Lehigh education distinctive.
Fostering inquisitive minds through hands-on, real-world experience
Challenging and engaging students through a collaborative, cross-curricular academic experience
Increasing capacities for independent inquiry, risk taking and problem solving
Developing individuals who recognize problems as opportunities and create valuable solutions
Our Approach to Learning
Learn more about key elements that make a Lehigh education distinctive.
Our Colleges
College of Arts and Sciences
With educational opportunities both broad and deep, our students grow into critical and creative thinkers—ready to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges. Learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences >
College of Business
Tomorrow’s business leaders need to think unconventionally and with integrity. We challenge our students to lead both inside and outside of the boardroom. Learn more about the College of Business >
College of Education
We are committed to practical and progressive teaching and research that result in measurable changes within schools, clinics and national policy. Learn more about the College of Education >
College of Health
Our innovative new college will prepare the next generation of scientists and leaders in population health through intensive course work, distance learning and experiential learning opportunities. Learn more about the College of Health >
P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science
Engineering is driven by humanity. Our students are problem-solvers who conduct research in an integrated and collaborative environment. Learn more about the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science >
By the Numbers
Lehigh’s challenging curriculum and engaged faculty encourage risk-takers, problem-solvers and creative thinkers to discover, adapt and thrive. View more stats >
student-to-faculty ratio
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programs and courses offered
undergraduate interdisciplinary programs
undergraduate degree programs and majors
research-based Ph.D. programs and professional master’s degree and certificate programs
Global Experiences
Through a wide range of on-campus programs, international internships and study abroad opportunities, Lehigh students gain rich perspective through firsthand experiences of our diverse world both on and beyond our physical campus. Learn more about Global Experiences >
Study Abroad
Lehigh offers more than 250 study abroad programs in more than 70 countries.
International Bazaar
Students sample international cuisine and enjoy music, arts and entertainment from around the world at the annual International Bazaar.
LU-UN Partnership
The Lehigh University-United Nations Partnership unites Lehigh and the UN through conferences, speakers, meetings and curriculum on campus and in New York.
Holi
The Indian Students Association marks the start of each spring with the Hindu celebration Holi, “the most colorful event at Lehigh.”
Iacocca Institute
A partnership between Lehigh and alumnus Lee A. Iacocca '45, the Iacocca Institute allows students to develop leadership skills through cross-cultural learning experiences.
Graduate Studies
Lehigh’s graduate programs feature the best of academia: a remarkable breadth and depth of expertise, resources and partnerships aligned with the collaborative mindset that distinguishes highly selective, top-ranked programs. Learn more about graduate studies >
Professional & Executive Education
Lehigh supports the lifelong pursuit of education through professional, certificate and non-degree courses of study in all four colleges. Learn more about professional & executive education >
Distance Education
Lehigh’s brand of educational excellence expands to working professionals through the Office of Distance Education’s graduate programs and certificates. Learn more about distance education >