Welcome to our website! We are delighted that you chose to visit. Lyon College is ranked among the nation’s best liberal arts colleges by U.S. News and World Report. We offer a liberal arts education of superior quality in a personalized setting on our beautiful 136-acre residential campus. The Lyon educational experience is distinguished by its commitment to those values that matter most: integrity, responsibility, courage and creativity. Faithful to our Presbyterian heritage, we are dedicated to the formation of character as well as the development of the intellect.

Lyon is located in Batesville, Arkansas, a supportive community of around ten thousand that is ranked among the country’s most livable towns. A regional hub for commerce, medical services, and government, Batesville offers a distinctive blend of convenience, safety, and friendliness. The surrounding Ozark Foothills provide a picturesque setting as well as a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, fishing and hiking.

If you are considering Lyon for your college choice, please visit our Admissions web page. Here, you will find information on the application process and scholarship opportunities as well as the names of the enrollment services representatives who will be your personal advisor during the admission process.

We are particularly proud of the achievements of our alumni and thankful for their continuing interest and support. Highlights of their accomplishments are featured in our alumni magazine, The Piper. If you are seeking information on specific alumni or campus events or would like to update your personal information, visit our Alumni Office web page.

We hope that your visit to our site is informative. If you would like more information, I encourage you to use the e-mail capability to contact the appropriate individual or office. If you have comments or suggestions on our site, please pass them on to our webmaster.

Sincerely,

Walter B. Roettger
Lyon College President

E-mail: president@lyon.edu