Ranking Overview

Lycoming College's ranking profile is strongest when viewed through value, access, student outcomes and broad recognition rather than one single ranking number.

Current Ranking Snapshot

Ranking body	Latest available position
U.S. News & World Report 2026	National Liberal Arts Colleges, No. 96
U.S. News & World Report 2026	Best Value Schools, No. 21
U.S. News & World Report 2026	Top Performers on Social Mobility, No. 5
Money	Four-star rating
Princeton Review	Best 391 Colleges
Princeton Review	Best Mid-Atlantic Colleges
Princeton Review	Green Colleges
Washington Monthly 2025	Liberal Arts Colleges, No. 122
Washington Monthly 2025	Best Bang for the Buck Rankings - Northeast, No. 123
Washington Monthly 2025	Access for high-performing, high-need students, No. 24

What The Rankings Mean

For Lycoming, the ranking picture points to a college that balances affordability, outcomes and student access. The strongest signals are the Best Value and Social Mobility results, which align with the college's emphasis on practical learning and financial aid.

Recognition And Quality Signals

Lycoming also highlights:

• A 10:1 student-faculty ratio
• 52 majors and 67 minors
• 100+ study abroad locations
• 99% of the Class of 2024 employed or in graduate school within 6-12 months
• 85% of students receiving need-based financial aid

Ranking Advice For September 2026 Applicants

Students applying for the September 2026 intake should compare Lycoming using:

• Value after aid
• Program strength in their chosen major
• Internship and research access
• The college's social-mobility track record
• Campus fit and faculty access

If you want a small college that performs well on value and outcomes, Lycoming is worth a close look.