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Batesville, Arkansas

“ The reason that I am attending Lyon is because it’s a good school and it’s an opportunity for me to be able to continue to play football as well as have some of my education paid for. When I came to visit the school, I fell in love with the area and the campus. I am really looking forward to attending Lyon.”

— Edward Shukitt Captain John L. Chapin High School El Paso, TX Class of 2019

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STUDENTS FROM 19 STATES AND 9 COUNTRIES

65% ENROLLMENT GROWTH SINCE 2008

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AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

14:1

STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO

136

ACRES ON CAMPUS

1872

FOUNDED BY THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

WELCOME

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INDEPENDENCE!

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t’s certainly fitting that Lyon College lies at the heart of Arkansas’ Independence County. As the state’s oldest independent college, located in the second oldest city in the state, Batesville, we are grounded in a rich tradition that focuses on the role of the individual. We see self-determination as a rite of passage that allows you to fully realize your greatness. Our award-winning faculty members serve to mentor your burgeoning mind, challenging your ideas in order to see them reach their full potential. And our one-ofa-kind Honor System puts responsibility in your hands, allowing you to mold your unique vision and serve it with dignity and character.

Speaking of “one-of-a-kind” qualities, there are many opportunities that you can only find at Lyon College. For instance, Lyon is the only school wherein you’ll find a community like ours—one distinguished by our strong liberal arts curriculum, unique honor code, and awardwinning professors, but also one located in a welcoming city at a premier destination for lovers of the outdoors. Plus, how many other colleges host an annual Scottish festival with over 8,000 attendants?

We dare you to find another school besides Lyon. We also dare you to find another school whose outdoor program is specifically focused on minimizing our impact on the environment, as well as learning new skills and having fun.

Here at Lyon, we believe that learning character and integrity, learning how to find a place within your community, and learning how to meld this area’s history with your view of the future are just as important as all the classroom learning that leads to your degree. We proudly welcome you to Lyon College and Independence County, Arkansas—where your independence can be achieved.

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WHAT’S

YO U R MAJOR?

Ah, the oft-asked question that can keep prospective students up at night. We invite you to alleviate some of that pressure by considering the fact that at Lyon College the answer is entirely up to you.

In addition to major programs of study in 16 areas, as well as 13 concentrations and pre-professional programs, Lyon also gives you the option of developing your own individualized major. For instance, if you’d like to express your love of Spanish artist Salvador Dalí through a one-person, 14-act surrealist theatre performance on the historical development of psychoanalytic theory, you’ll just have to earn the approval of your advisor, division chair, and dean of the faculty. And when you do, we’ll be the first in line to purchase a ticket for your show.

A MATTER OF TRUS

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The Lyon College Honor Code gives you the opportunity to achieve true independence by allowing you to complete coursework and exams outside the classroom. All students pledge to uphold high standards of academic integrity during their time at Lyon, and the Honor System is governed by the Honor Council, which consists of members of the student body elected by their peers.

38%

OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS ENTER IN THE SCIENCES AS BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, OR PRE-HEALTH MAJORS

MAJOR FIELDS OF STUDY Art (B.A.) Biology (B.A. or B.S.) Business Administration (B.S.) Chemistry (B.A. or B.S.) Economics (B.A.) Elementary Education (B.A.) English (B.A.) History (B.A.) Individualized* Mathematics (B.A.) Music (B.A.) Political Science (B.A.) Psychology (B.A.) Religion and Philosophy (B.A.) Spanish (B.A.) Theatre Studies (B.A.) * Students may develop individualized majors with the approval of their advisor, the division chair, and the dean of the faculty.

Students may also complete two majors, but will receive only one degree. If the two completed majors result in different degrees (B.A. and B.S.), the student may decide which degree he or she will receive.

CONCENTRATIONS & PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Journalism (with any major) Pre-Dental Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medical Pre-Ministry Pre-Nursing Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Secondary Education (with approved majors)

MINOR FIELDS OF STUDY Anthropology Art Biology Business Administration Chemistry Computer Science Economics English French History International Studies Mathematics Music Music/Scottish Arts Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Religion and Philosophy Spanish Theatre

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DISCOVER INDEPENDENCE

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F

A

GLOBAL

SCALE!

ind your independence and add pins to your personal travel map while earning college credit through Lyon’s Nichols International Studies Program. We offer opportunities to study abroad through individual international studies courses led by Lyon faculty or semester- and year-long study abroad exchange programs at selected foreign universities.

Best of all, students who receive the Nichols stipend have up to 65% of their program cost covered for them. To qualify, you should have earned 60 credit hours, have a GPA of 2.5, and be in good standing.

MAKE THE WORLD YOUR CLASSROOM THROUGH PROGRAMS IN THESE EXCITING LOCATIONS: Brazil Germany Mexico Canada Honduras Northern Ireland Chile Iceland South Korea Colombia Italy Spain France Japan Lyon College is a member of the Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC).

“Nichols trips allow for huge, life-changing cultural experiences.

Students and faculty alike grow personally, spiritually, and intellectually by being completely immersed in the international setting. I recently led trips to Germany and Italy, during which I observed students completely change their worldview and global perspective as they saw firsthand the important artworks, historical landmarks, and cultural practices in these breathtaking locations. It is amazing to see the Sistine Chapel or Michelangelo’s David in person, and it creates the opportunity to connect to content from Lyon College courses in an awesome way.”

— Dustyn Bork, Lyon College Associate Professor of Art

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TAKE A L E A P INTO THE OZARKS Lyon provides ample opportunities to extend the classroom outside through our Lyon Education and Adventure Program (LEAP)—a thriving outdoor recreation program that allows you to experience all the wonders of the Natural State through a safe, convenient, and supportive setting. With LEAP, you can experience everything from canoeing the Buffalo River to ice climbing and skydiving. LEAP’s equestrian program brings students and alumni together to learn about the joy of horseback riding and horse care. On campus, you can feel the rush of riding our 300-foot-long zip line or challenge yourself on our ropes course or bouldering wall. Or you can hit the links and enjoy a game of disc golf on our 18-hole course.

Taking a leap into a new activity is easy with Lyon’s gear check-out program. All climbing, camping, and sporting equipment available is free for Lyon students, faculty, and staff. And although our outdoor experiences are recreational, each one serves as a learning experience for beginners, as well as for practiced individuals. While enjoying ourselves and discovering outdoor life, LEAP participants strive to minimize our impact on the environment as much as possible.

LEAP OFFERS A VARIETY OF RESOURCES AND ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND CAMPUS: • 18-Hole Disc Golf Course — on campus!

• Bike Repair Stations — on campus!

• Bike Shop — on campus!

• Bouldering Cave — off campus • Cross Country Bike Trail (1.6 miles) — on campus!

• Mountain Bike Trail (1.2 miles) — on campus!

• Ropes Course (including zip line) — on campus!

“Through Lyon’s LEAP program, I feel like I have truly experienced everything that life has to offer. Recently, I led a scuba diving trip to the Florida Keys, which allowed students to experience something life changing and get in touch with nature. I have thoroughly enjoyed life here at Lyon and cannot wait to see what adventures I take next.”

— Damon Akin Bentonville High School Cave Springs, AR Class of 2017

AND J U M P INTO CAMPUS ACTIVITIES Lyon is located in the heart of many outdoor activities that thrive in the Ozarks. While the surrounding area offers many adventures, a good time can be had without leaving campus. Lyon offers a variety of intramural activities, which are great things to do with your friends or in order to meet new ones.

One-hour activity courses can help you meet your core education requirements. We also welcome you to participate in one of our favorite campus traditions: The Weeks of Welcome annual cardboard raft race.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES INCLUDE • 6 lighted regulation tennis courts • Becknell Gymnasium, featuring a fitness center and an indoor swimming pool • Bryan Lake, surrounded by a walking path and flowering trees • Intramural field • Kelley Indoor Baseball Complex • New women’s softball field • Outdoor walking track • Regulation soccer field • Sand volleyball court • Scots Baseball Field

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100%

OF STUDENTS RECEIVE A WARM GREETING FROM A PERSON THEY KNOW WHEN WALKING ACROSS CAMPUS

67%

OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS ARE FROM ARKANSAS, REPRESENTING 81 DIFFERENT HIGH SCHOOLS

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OF NEW STUDENTS ARE STUDENTATHLETES

99%

OF FRESHMAN STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID ACT MIDRANGE OF

22–27 13%

OF STUDENTS HAVE A 30+ COMBINED ACT

71%

OF STUDENTS WERE IN THE TOP 1/3 OF THEIR GRADUATING CLASS

LYON GRADUATES’ LSAT SCORES ARE IN THE

TOP 10% AND TOP 25% AT OVER 2X THE NATIONAL RATE

TOP TIER OF NATION’S BEST COLLEGES ACCORDING TO U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

MOST SOCIALLY BENEFICIAL

OF ARKANSAS COLLEGES, AS NAMED BY WASHINGTON MONTHLY LISTED ANNUALLY BY FORBES AS A

TOP COLLEGE

25%

OF CLASS OF 2015 GRADUATES EARNED DOUBLE MAJORS

95%

OF LYON GRADS START A CAREER OR ARE ADMITTED TO GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION

90%

OF LYON GRADS WHO APPLY ARE ACCEPTED TO MEDICAL, DENTAL, PHARMACY, AND LAW SCHOOLS (CURRENT DATA AT TIME OF PUBLICATION )

LISTED AMONG THE BEST IN THE SOUTHEAST

BY PRINCETON REVIEW FOR THE

10TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

NAMED TO THE MILITARY-FRIENDLY SCHOOLS LIST

TOP 15

BY VICTORY MEDIA FOR BEING IN THE OF COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, AND TRADE SCHOOLS TO WELCOME SERVICE MEMBERS AS STUDENTS

95%

OF LYON GRADUATES WHO TAKE THE BAR EXAM PASS ON THE FIRST TRY (HIGHER THAN THE NATIONAL AVERAGE)

PRESIDENT’S HIGHER EDUCATION COMMUNITY SERVICE HONOR ROLL NAMED TO THE

FOR A COMMITMENT TO VOLUNTEERING, SERVICE LEARNING, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

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SHOWING

SCOTS

OUR

PRIDE

Lyon College looks to our past to define the future.

SINCE 2012, LYON HAS We are as proud of our Scottish heritage as we are CONGRATULATED of our Scots athletic mascot. During the 2014–15 academic year, we revived our football program after a 62-year hiatus, as well as completing construction on brand new football and wrestling facilities. And with an up-and-coming football ALL-AMERICAN scene, of course there are new opportunities available in marching MIDWEST band this year, as well.

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The Scots compete in 10 intercollegiate sports through the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and in the American Midwest Conference. Football is a member of the Central States Football League (CSFL). Our women’s wrestling team is a member of the Women’s College Wrestling Association (WCWA), one of 28 colleges nationwide (including NCAA, NAIA, and other affiliate college athletic programs) to offer competitive wrestling. Lyon College is a Champions of Character Five Star Institution.

MEN’S WOMEN’S Baseball Basketball Basketball Cheerleading Football Golf Golf Soccer Soccer Softball Wrestling Volleyball Wrestling

CONFERENCE ATHLETES

146

ACADEMIC ALL-CONFERENCE ATHLETES

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ALL-AMERICANS

12

DAKTRONICS SCHOLAR ATHLETES (ALL-AMERICANS)

FOOTBALL RETURNS, WRESTLING BEGINS AT LY O N

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yon College has a history of excellence on and off the field.

Every year, our robust sports program sees dozens of all-conference and all-American athletes. Most recently, 2015 alumnus Griffin Glaude signed as a free agent with the MLB’s Toronto Blue Jays and is currently playing in the Rookie League.

During the 2014–2015 school year, Lyon began a new history of excellence in football and wrestling. The state-of-the-art, 7,800-square-foot Hatcher Wrestling Center is now open and Lyon College is competing in both men’s and women’s wrestling.

The women’s team made the Top 25 in the nation during their inaugural year and the men’s team will be competing this year for the first-ever American Midwest Conference championship in the spring of 2016.

This is also a big year for football at Lyon. Fall 2015’s 90-player roster makes up the first official lineup since 1962. But don’t worry, our Scots won’t be using equipment or facilities that are older than the Apollo program. They’ll be creating history of their own from our new 22,000-square-foot indoor football training center and a newly renovated stadium.

With this new generation of players and staff comes new anticipation and excitement about all football can bring to Lyon. Whether you want to be on the field as the Scots begin to dominate the gridiron, cheering from the stands with your classmates, or participating in Lyon’s newly reinstated marching and pep bands, this is sure to be an exciting time to be involved in Scots athletics.

LYON COLLEGE IS A MEMBER OF THE CENTRAL STATES FOOTBALL LEAGUE (CSFL).

MEMBER SCHOOLS INCLUDE • Arizona Christian University • Bacone University (OK) • Langston University (OK) • Southwestern Assemblies of God University (TX) • Texas College • Wayland Baptist University (TX) O N L Y L Y O N 11

PIPING PROUD OF OUR

SCOTTISH HERITAGE

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45+

STUDENT-RUN

CLUBS AND yon College was founded in 1872 by local Presbyterians, a faith ORGANIZATIONS which is strongly rooted in Scotland. We celebrate that connection every day through our braw school mascot, the Scots, and our bonnie navy and burgundy tartan, which is officially registered in Scotland. But our focus on tradition continues further through our Scottish Heritage Program.

The program teaches, preserves, and celebrates the Scottish arts and traditions OF LYON STUDENTS in America. It is one of the most significant in the nation for students PARTICIPATE IN interested in developing and refining their skills in bagpiping, drumming, GREEK LIFE or Highland dancing.

WE WELCOME YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SCOTTISH HERITAGE PROGRAM THROUGH • The Arkansas Scottish Festival, one of the premier Scottish gatherings in the South for over 30 years, featuring music, dancing, clan and family histories, and Gaelic vendors.

• The Celtic Art Summer School, a piping summer school that brings worldrenowned instructors to campus each summer.

• The Lyon College Pipe Band that performs at college functions and in community parades and venues around the state, the U.S., and abroad.

• Scholarships for pipers, drummers, and Highland dancers, as well as Scottish fiddlers and accordion players that contribute to our Ceilidh band.

40%

8,000

ATTENDEES OF THE ARKANSAS SCOTTISH FESTIVAL HELD ANNUALLY ON CAMPUS

GENERAL Art Student League Chess Club Film Club Gamer’s Club Gardening Club Harlequin Club GREEK, SOCIAL Alpha Xi Delta Chi Omicron Interfraternity Council Kappa Sigma Panhellenic Council Phi Mu Tau Kappa Epsilon Zeta Beta Tau

MAKE YOUR

EXPERIENCE MEMORABLE Getting involved in one of Lyon’s student-run organizations is one way to make new friends, make a difference in the lives of others, plan exciting events, or simply have a lot of fun while on campus. Some of the most active student organizations are our Greek fraternities and sororities, which represent years of leadership, campus involvement, academic excellence, community service, and social development.

Lyon also supports a number of academic, cultural, political, and just plain creative groups. With this many organizations, you can try your hand at anything or make deep memories in an organization of your choosing.

ACADEMIC American Chemical Society Anthropology Club COBRA Grotto Law Club Math Club ATHLETIC Student Athlete Advisory Organization Tennis Club Trap Shooting Club CULTURE/DIVERSITY Black Student Association French Club International Student Association Spanish Club Spectra Alliance

GREEK, HONORARY Alpha Chi Alpha Psi Omega Chi Beta Phi Kappa Delta Pi Kappa Pi Lambda Delta Phi Alpha Theta Phi Sigma Tau Pi Sigma Alpha Psi Chi Sigma Delta Pi Sigma Tau Delta Theta Alpha Kappa MEDIA Highlander The Scot Wheelbarrow POLITICAL/ACTIVISM College Republicans Young Democrats RELIGIOUS/SPIRITUAL Baptist Collegiate Ministry Fellowship of Christian Athletes Wesley Fellowship SERVICE Circle Kiwanis International (Lyon CKI) Lyon College Recyclers Mortar Board O N L Y L Y O N 13

Lyon’s attractive 136-acre campus features many modern academic and co-curricular facilities, such as the stateof-the-art Derby Center for Science and Mathematics, the black-box Holloway Theatre, and the Lyon Business and Economics Building (modeled after Harvard Business School facilities).

Classrooms are kept intentionally small to support our mission of personalized education, and faculty offices are more than accessible—they’re the reason why we’re here! Our nine student residence halls are grouped into the three “Houses” that make up our British-styled house system, with designated faculty residing alongside you to offer another touchstone during your time at Lyon.

Because student enrollment at Lyon has grown by leaps and bounds in the past few years, we opened two new residence halls during the fall of 2015.

Each residence hall houses about 100 lucky students who are able to make the spacious community areas, study rooms, and brand new communal cooking spaces their own.

LIVING

I N D E P E N D E N T LY

96%

OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS LIVE IN CAMPUS HOUSING

The Game Room, located on the lower level of Edwards Commons, offers a friendly, relaxing atmosphere where you can unwind and socialize with friends while playing pool, PingPong, foosball, and air hockey, or at our Xbox and Wii gaming station. All games are free to use and play.

The Spragins House for first-year students is located near Edwards Commons, our new, state-of-theart, 44,000-square-foot campus center that was completed in August 2012. The student center contains many of Lyon’s student resources, including: • A counseling center and health and wellness clinic • Career Development Center • Dining room and bistro • Game Room • Scot Shop (the campus store) • Student government offices • Student life office • Student mailboxes • Student programming space

BECOME A PA RT N E R IN Y O U R

EDUCATION

At Lyon College, your professors are just as invested in seeing your dreams come to fruition as are you. Lyon College only offers classes taught by faculty (the very idea of teaching assistants runs counter to our philosophy of personalized, quality education),

so you can pick your instructors’ brains every day, both in and out of the classroom. The faculty will also help you get an early start on a career through internships and collaborative research. No degree is required to begin.

At Lyon, we welcome you to take charge of your education and become a partner in the learning process. Our faculty are talented and award-winning teacher-scholars who excel in the classroom, in their research programs, and as academic advisors. You’ll receive unparalleled attention from them, have daily assistance in your educational growth, and may even make lifelong friends by the time you graduate.

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FACULTY RECIPIENTS OF THE CARNEGIE/CASE ARKANSAS PROFESSOR OF THE YEAR AWARD O N L Y L Y O N 15

Kansas City, KS

Tulsa, OK

St. Louis, MO

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Memphis, TN

Dallas, TX

ARKANSAS Batesville, AR Little Rock, AR

PERSEVERANCE CONQUERS ALL

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fter conquering Lyon’s challenging curriculum to earn your degree, you’ll have a new understanding of our school motto: Perserverantia omnia vincet deo volente (Perseverance conquers all, God willing). In fact, you’ll have more than enough skills in critical and creative thinking, ethics, and spirituality to conquer all and live a fulfilling personal and professional life. Perhaps you’ll want to further your lifelong commitment to learning and service by continuing your studies. If so, you can move forward with confidence, knowing that Lyon grads have an exceptional placement rate in graduate, law, and professional schools.

RECENT LYON ALUMNI ATTENDED GRADUATE PROGRAMS AND LAW SCHOOLS AT Auburn University Johns Hopkins University Bangor University (UK) Loyola University Chicago Baylor University Purdue University Colorado State University Temple University Columbia University Tulane University Cornell University University of Glasgow (UK) Duke University University of Kansas George Washington University University of Missouri Harvard University Vanderbilt University Hawaii Pacific University Washington University Hofstra University Yale University

“ I graduated from Marked Tree High School where I was involved in cheerleading and FBLA. I chose Lyon because of the small class sizes and above-average education offered. I am most excited about making new friends and furthering my education.”

— Sydney Franks Marked Tree, AR Class of 2019

EXCELLENCE YO U C A N A F F O R D Lyon College is regularly recognized as one of the best private, selective liberal arts colleges in the region. Plus, nearly all incoming freshmen receive financial aid or merit-based scholarships. That means you’ll experience a unique combination of high-quality academics and affordability available only at Lyon.

TUITION AND FEES 2015–2016 Tuition $25,040 Room and Board $8,110 Student Activity Fee* $240 Technology Fee

$0 _____________________________________ Total Comprehensive Fee

$33,390

* This amount is dedicated to the Lyon College Student Government Association for allocation to student organizations.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES • Brown Scholarships: Our most prestigious scholarship, awarded to up to four first-year students each year—full tuition, room and board • Anderson Scholarship: Awarded to five new first-year students each year—full tuition, room and board • West Scholarships: Awarded to one first-year student—full tuition • Lyon Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship: The State of Arkansas makes $10,000 awards to a GDS recipient. Lyon College matches this award and other government grants to cover the full cost of tuition, room and board.

HONORS DAY SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION ON THE LYON CAMPUS • Students are invited to one of three Honors Day competition dates.

• Yearly scholarships range from $10,000 per year to full tuition, plus room and board.

• Students will be notified of their scholarship amounts within one week of their interview times.

• Students are eligible for Honors Day consideration after being admitted to the college.

We urge scholarship students to apply prior to November 1 for full consideration.

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION • Students are eligible for federal, state, and institutional financial support.

• Students applying for federal and state-based assistance must complete the FAFSA in the spring of their senior year of high school.

• The maximum Federal Pell Grant for 2015–2016 is $5,775.

• The Arkansas Challenge Scholarship Grant provides $1,000 for Arkansas residents during year one, $4,000 for years two and three, and $5,000 for year four.

• The average financial aid package for Lyon students, including grants, student loans, and work assignments is $26,393.

• The average Lyon-based scholarship is $15,460.

• The percentage of Lyon students receiving financial aid is 99%.

T RY I N D E P E N D E N C E ON FOR SIZE Before you decide to invest in Lyon College, we’re going to make an investment in you. You are invited to visit Lyon College, and if you’re traveling from over 100 miles away, your hotel room is on us.

There are three ways to schedule a campus tour and book your free hotel room: • Fill out an online form at www.lyon.edu.

• Email us at admissions@lyon.edu.

• Call us at 1.800.423.2542.

S TA RT YO U R F U T U R E TO DAY !

Lyon reviews completed applications as soon as they are received—so there’s no need to wait to apply! Fill out our online application at www.lyon.edu/apply or call our Office of Enrollment Services for a paper application: 1.800.423.2542.

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