Lycoming College
About
Founded in 1812 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Lycoming College is a dedicated undergraduate liberal arts institution renowned for its robust programs in biology, business administration, criminal justice, and astrophysics. What sets the college apart is its Center for Enhanced Academic Experiences, which guarantees and helps fund high-impact opportunities, ensuring that 100 percent of students complete at least one professional internship, collaborative faculty research project, or global study experience. This rigorous academic focus is paired with a tight-knit, residential campus culture where students actively participate in competitive Division III athletics, over 80 student organizations, and outdoor recreation near the scenic Susquehanna River.
Wikipedia:Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church but operates as an independent institution. Through its history, it has been an academy, seminary, junior college, and four-year college.
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Lycoming College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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