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Discover the Value of an LVC Education

A Lebanon Valley College education equips you with skills, experiences, and values that go beyond the classroom, preparing you to navigate and succeed in an ever-evolving world.

Our commitment to academic excellence, personalized learning, and real-world experiences ensures that our graduates are not only well-prepared for their careers but also for meaningful lives of purpose and impact. From our comprehensive curriculum to our supportive campus community, every aspect of LVC is designed to foster growth, curiosity, and confidence.

Get to Know The Valley

Tradition and innovation go hand-in-hand. Learn about the history of LVC and how we’re carrying it forward for change and student success.

Mission & Strategy

Traditions & History

Administrative Offices

1,600+

full-time undergraduate students

400+

graduate students

12:1

student-faculty ratio

1866

year LVC was founded

370

acres of campus

DIII

Division III Dutchmen athletics in the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC)

Students conduct chemistry research over summer

Program Variety & Flexibility

Undergraduate Majors

Students in LVC’s broad array of undergraduate majors and minors gain the critical thinking, writing, analytical, and creative skills employers seek. Choose a 3+1 or 3+2 program to go seamlessly from your first-year to your master’s. Our 6-year D.P.T. will also get you in the field fast.

Not sure what you want to study? More than one in 10 LVC students start as Exploratory majors. You can also choose to build a major of your own in our Self-Designed program.

Graduate Programs

Students advance their careers and unlock rewarding new pathways through our graduate and certificate programs, making valuable connections and receiving personalized attention to help them meet their career goals.

40+

undergraduate majors

master’s degrees

graduate certificates

3+1 and 3+2 programs

Lamp post with LVC-branded sign on campus

Value & Affordability

A Valuable Investment

Investing in an LVC education is an investment in your future. The value of an LVC degree extends far beyond the classroom, offering lifelong returns in terms of career success, personal growth, and the ability to make a positive impact in the world.

LVC Scholarship Guarantee

At Lebanon Valley College, we understand that pursuing higher education is a significant investment, and we are committed to making it accessible and affordable for all students.

Our scholarship guarantee is a testament to this commitment—every admitted student receives a merit-based scholarship, ensuring that the cost of an LVC education is within reach. We craft our financial aid offers to meet your family’s needs and circumstances.

#15

Best Value in Regional Universities North (U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2024)

100%

of undergraduates receive scholarships or aid

$27,900

the average total expense for students in the 2024 incoming first-year class who filed the FAFSA

Dr. Matthew Silvis, Dr. Shauntey James, T Horning, John Lawn, and TaLisa Ramos-Watts

Inclusive Excellence

Diversity strengthens learning, work, and society. Through the lenses of our unique backgrounds and life experiences, we achieve more. LVC endeavors to be an equitable, just, inclusive community of belonging. It takes all of us.

Learn More About Inclusive Excellence

Portrait of Lebanon Valley College President James MacLaren

College Leadership

Get to know President James M. MacLaren, College leadership, and the Board of Trustees.

Meet President MacLaren

Meet LVC’s Leadership Team

Meet the Board of Trustees

Student meets with academic success staff member

Academic Advising and Tutoring

LVC students highly rate their faculty academic advisors as knowledgeable, approachable, and concerned about their success. Tutoring is also easily accessible, and the staff of the Center for Academic Success & Exploratory Majors are available to guide students through challenges.

Center for Academic Success

Graduate Success

Outcomes That Speak for Themselves

LVC alumni are leaders, innovators, and changemakers, thriving in their professions and communities.

We take pride in our strong employment rates, competitive starting salaries, and the impressive percentage of graduates who pursue further education at prestigious institutions.

An LVC education not only provides you with the tools to succeed but also connects you with a network of professionals and peers who will support you throughout your career.

Check out the Breen Center for Career and Professional Development, one of LVC’s most powerful career readiness tools for students at every stage of the college journey.

LVC students have been named Fulbright Finalists

80%

(8 of 10) Class of 2023 Medical School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 42% [Class of 2022])

100%

(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Dental School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 53.5% [American Dental Education Association])

100%

(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Pharmacy School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 89% [March 2023])

90%

(9 of 10) Class of 2023 Veterinary School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 10-15%)

100%

(3 of 3) Class of 2023 Optometry School Acceptance Rate (National Average = 74%)

62.5%

(5 of 8) LVC Five-year Physician Assistant Acceptance Rate (National Average = 31%)

Getting Around The Valley

Need help navigating LVC? Learn more about Annville, get directions to and around campus, find out where to park, and more.

Our Location

Campus Maps & Directions

Where to Park

Buildings on Main Street in Annville, Pa.

A Beautiful & Safe Campus Community

Lebanon Valley College is more than just a place to learn—it’s a community where students can feel at home. Our 370-acre campus offers an inspiring environment where students can thrive academically and personally.

But beauty isn’t our only priority—safety is paramount at LVC. We take great pride in providing a secure and welcoming environment where students can focus on their studies and enjoy campus life with peace of mind.

At LVC, you’ll find a campus that’s not only beautiful but also a safe and nurturing place to grow, explore, and make lifelong memories.

Top 28%

Safest College Campuses in America (Niche.com)

Top 41%

Best College Campuses in America (Niche.com)

#22

Safest College Campuses in Pennsylvania (Niche.com)

#30

Best College Campuses in PA (Niche.com)

15 min.

from Hershey, Pa.

30 min.

from Harrisburg, Pa.

2 hours

from Philadelphia or Baltimore

3 hours

from Washington, D.C. or New York

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