Aerial view of campus with Williamsport, the Susquehanna River and Bald Eagle Mountain as a backdrop

First-year Applicants

Claiming the championship title with your teammates. Digging alongside your late-night study partners in Cyprus. Presenting your research at a national convention with the support of your professor-turned-mentor. Whatever your dream is, college is about making it a reality. It’s more than a cutting-edge liberal arts curriculum (although you’ll get that here, too). It’s an experience that lasts four years and lives with you forever—and it starts right here, right now.

The following materials are required for first-year applicants:

  • An online undergraduate application using one of the following:
    • Common Application (required for early decision), or
    • Coalition Application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • SAT/ACT scores or, if applying test optional, please indicate that on your application
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Personal essay — Use an application prompt, tell us why you want to join the Lycoming family, or write about a topic you feel represents you and tells us more about you.

Start your application now by clicking one of the application options below. We look forward to reviewing it!