Located in Pennsylvania's beautiful Lehigh Valley, Lehigh is one of the nation's most distinguished private research universities. Through academic rigor, an entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative opportunities we challenge our students to become the leaders of the future.

Beyond the city of Bethlehem itself, the Lehigh Valley is home to several top-notch entertainment centers, shopping malls and award-winning restaurants. Simple day or weekend trips can be taken to New York City, Philadelphia, the Pocono Mountains and …

Lehigh students live on a breathtaking campus surrounded by intelligent and inspiring peers and mentors. They explore their interests—and discover new ones— both on and off campus, in Bethlehem and abroad.

Asa Packer, founder of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, was one of the men who both pushed along and benefited from the dynamics of the day, and by 1865, he had acquired both the vision and the financial clout to give back to the region that had helped him build a fortune.

As an open and friendly campus, we encourage our neighbors and visitors to participate in university programs, attend the myriad of free lectures hosted throughout the year, take part in an art exhibit or performance, and cheer for the Mountain Hawks at Lehigh events.

With more than 100 majors, minors and programs across four colleges, Lehigh offers students a broad selection of academic options. Take the time to explore what might be right for you.

Lehigh boasts a vibrant campus community, rigorous academics, a commitment to student belonging and a track record of strong graduate outcomes. This is Lehigh.

Dec 14, 2023 · Lehigh ranked No. 6 for Top Midsize Colleges in the Northeast. According to the ranking, the America's Best Colleges 2024 "aims to guide prospective students across the nation while recognizing the colleges doing an outstanding job in higher education."

As members of Lehigh’s vibrant and collaborative community of scholars, students pursue their passions through academic rigor, a flexible curriculum, hands-on experiences and innovative research.

Artists with any level of experience aged 18+ years living and working within the Lehigh Valley and neighboring communities within a 35-mile radius of Bethlehem, PA. Artists living/working primarily in Philadelphia are not eligible for the exhibition. TIMELINE. Submissions open: November 1, 2024. Submissions close: Jan 5, 2025 (midnight)