118 Markle Hall
Easton, PA 18042

Founded in 1826, Lafayette College is a private, coeducational liberal arts and engineering college. Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, this Pennsylvania college has been ranked among the nation's best liberal arts colleges by U.S. News and World Report and Barron's. Lafayette College aims to help students develop their skills in communication and critical thinking as part of its mission to integrate intellectual, social, and personal growth.

Lafayette College offers bachelor's degree programs in more than 40 fields in the natural sciences, humanities, engineering, and social sciences. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science receive an education uniquely rooted in liberal arts. The Lafayette College campus is home to the 90,000-square foot Acopian Engineering Center, and the engineering division offers degrees in chemical, civic, electrical, and mechanical engineering.

Lafayette College is an NCAA Division I school, with more than 20 men's and women's teams competing in the Patriot League. Intramural and club sports are also available, along with an indoor rock wall and group exercise programs. Students can also participate in more than 200 co-curricular activities, including academic groups, Greek life, and performing arts.

Quick Facts:

More than 2,200 full-time students are enrolled at Lafayette College.

Lafayette College awards more than $25 million in scholarships and grants annually.

First-year students at Lafayette College are required to live on campus unless they live with parents.

The rivalry between Lafayette College and nearby Lehigh University is one of the most-played rivalries in college football, and has been featured on ESPN's list of the 10 greatest college football rivalries.

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