C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
47/100 · earnings-weighted

Lyon College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Batesville, Arkansas 72501
Lyon College campus, Batesville, AR
Lyon College campus, Batesville, AR. Photo: Lyoncollege, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 56%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
A
84/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

584
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
66%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lyon College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,232
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,629
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,500
Median debt at graduation
46.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
24
Median ACT
40.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 49% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 37th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

For parents & investors

The Lyon College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $177,105
  • Avg rent near campus: $863/mo — vs ~$641/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72501 (3.8% cap, Batesville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,900 $29,900
Room $5,770
Board $5,760
Total Cost (On-Campus) $45,750 $45,750

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
76%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

584
Total Students
43%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Hispanic 8%
Black 8%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 84%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lyon College?
Lyon College has an acceptance rate of 66%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Lyon College?
Tuition at Lyon College is $29,900 for in-state students and $29,900 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lyon College?
The graduation rate at Lyon College is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Lyon College a good school?
Lyon College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lyon College?
Lyon College has a total enrollment of 584 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology