Lyon College vs Presbyterian College

Lyon College and Presbyterian College, both esteemed liberal arts institutions, offer distinct educational experiences. Lyon College, nestled in the picturesque Ozark Mountains, boasts a higher acceptance rate, allowing more students to pursue their academic aspirations. Presbyterian College, situated in the vibrant city of Clinton, South Carolina, offers a more diverse student body, fostering a rich tapestry of perspectives. While Lyon College excels in nursing and education, Presbyterian College shines in business and psychology. Both institutions boast impressive graduation rates, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their post-collegiate endeavors. Explore the comprehensive comparison table to delve into further details and discover which college aligns best with your unique academic goals and personal preferences.

	Lyon College	Presbyterian College
Overview
Location	Batesville, Arkansas	Clinton, South Carolina
Campus setting	Town: Remote	Town: Distant
College type	4 year	4 year
Control/business model	Private (Non Profit)	Private (Non Profit)
Calendar system	Semester	Semester
Degrees offered	Undergraduate	Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate	69.0%	76.0%
Common app member	Yes	Yes
Religious affiliation	Presbyterian	Presbyterian

Admission
Acceptance rate	27.2%	71.0%
Application fees		$179
SAT range	1050 - 1195	1010 - 1220
ACT range	21 - 26	19 - 26
Students submitting SAT score	11.0%	39.0%
Students submitting ACT score	62.0%	27.0%
Total number of applicants	2,444	1,964
Total number of admissions given out	665	1,394
Admitted students who chose to enroll	138	226
Yield rate	20.8%	16.2%
Test scores (SAT/ACT)	N/A	N/A
High school GPA	Required	Required
Recommendation letters	Not required	Not required
High school transcript	Not required	Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL)	Not required	Not required

Tuition and Fees
Sticker price	$45,494	$55,750
Average net price	$10,537	$21,170
Tuition	$29,450	$38,220
Room & board	Room/dormitory: $5,760 Meal plan: $5,750	Room/dormitory: $5,400 Meal plan: $5,700
Available payment plans	Tuition payment plan	Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid (Grants & scholarships)	100.0% Average amount $22,878	95.0% Average amount $33,202
Students receiving federal student loan	63.0% Average amount $6,597	86.0% Average amount $3,939
Students taking out private loans	5.0% Average amount $8,969	8.0% Average amount $12,162

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students	579 Men 59.1% Women 40.9%	991 Men 48.5% Women 51.5%
Graduate students	N/A	240 Men 25.8% Women 74.2%
Racial/ethnic diversity	Low	Low
Out-of-state students	N/A	42.2%
International students	7.6%	2.7%
Campus local/setting	Town: Remote	Town: Distant
Dormitory capacity	589	1,122
First year students are required to live on campus?	No	No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from	N/A	South Carolina Georgia Florida North Carolina Virginia

Academics
Popular study areas	Business Social Sciences Education Visual & Performing Arts English Language and Literature	Health Professions Biological and Biomedical Sciences Business Psychology Social Sciences
Students to faculty ratio	10:1	11:1
Institutional accreditation	Higher Learning Commission	Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Outcome
Graduation rate	45.5%	59.2%
Dropout rate	54.5%	8.4%
Transferred out	N/A	31.3%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)	Biology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $25,194 Year 3: N/A History (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $29,685 Year 3: N/A	Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration (Doctoral Degrees) Year 1: $100,950 Year 2: $118,465 Year 3: $119,548 Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $41,314 Year 2: $42,363 Year 3: $50,307 Psychology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $22,824 Year 3: $39,461 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $32,474 Year 2: $33,518 Year 3: N/A English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $25,927 Year 2: $25,194 Year 3: N/A Biology, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $16,663 Year 3: N/A Mathematics (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $36,312 Year 3: N/A Political Science and Government (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $21,479 Year 2: $24,035 Year 3: N/A History (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $20,696 Year 2: N/A Year 3: N/A

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