Lyon College Reviews
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Karisala from O Fallon, IL
10/25/2009Reviewer is A current student here.
8 out of 8 people found this review useful. 1 of 11
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Scottish heritage, academic based, students who are wanting to go into English, Law, the sciences, students who love good teachers and students who like to party in safe and the less safe ways ;)
Tips for prospective students First, if you think Lyon is the college for you, make sure you've taken a tour of the area and the campus. Think about all that you like to do and make sure that the area has it, or most of it available. Secondly, if you want to spend a lot of time off-campus, bring a vehicle. There are community bikes that are great for quick trips but for the late night runs to Walmart for coffee and snacks, for the trips out to eat... a car is needed. The college does give opportunities for nights out on the town, when they pay for you to eat dinner, dessert, and go watch a movie, plus, there is free bowling and movies on the weekend... finally, the next thing you should consider is how much time you want to put in, the average time it takes for me to do all of my homework is about 2x the time I spend in class. So for a three times a week class, I do about 6 hours of homework and so forth.
Bang for the buck As a private school, the college is very well priced and the products of your money can be seen throughout campus. However, the dorm facilities do not leave that final impression of twenty eight thousand dollars a year...
Am enjoying being here The college and surrounding area is amazing. People are very friendly, the college staff is helpful and the area's people really support the college being there and its students. The communtity has all the essentials and offers great opportunties for communtity service. The only downfall is that there is less to do outside of the college if you do not have a ride, the way to deal with that though... is to make friends who do...
Am learning a lot Lyon College provides a very aggressive academic program, their classes are invigorating, challenging, interesting and provide interaction with an amazing faculty. The homework helps to make the information in class concrete within the memory. And finally the overall information covered in class allows for much to be covered.
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Rachel from Marmaduke, AR
08/26/2011Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
3 out of 3 people found this review useful. 2 of 11
Categories Comments Great for these types of students This is a school that would be great for students who are used to small classes. The teachers are wonderful and are very helpful. Just going into one of their offices to ask one question will take an hour if not more because they enjoy their students and they want to know how you are doing.
Tips for prospective students Lyon has GREAT food. There are a variety of food lines, but there is something about being able to bring a recipe from home and the head cook there make it for you. Batesville also has a number of fine restaurants around town that are at reasonable prices for college students.
Will enjoy being here When I toured this college, I immediately got a homey feel. The campus was beautiful. Even though the cafeteria and other buildings had been burned down, the plans for new buildings were magnificent. The weather was pleasant. The library had shelves of books and if the library didn't have a book you needed they would find a library that did and get it for you.
Will learn a lot The teachers here really get into their subject. If you don't get something from the lesson they will try everything in their power to help you understand it.
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Katheryn from Batesville, AR
02/03/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 3 of 11
Categories Comments Campus Safety The only trouble I've had with safety is a car break-in. The campus has no history of violent attacks or anything of that nature. If there is, it is usually quickly resolved and dealt with.
Greek Life The campus is home to four fraternities and three sororities that remain active in philanthropy, intramural activities, and student life. The Greek population is huge on Lyon campus and is easily the best way to get involved. Unlike big schools, Greek life is safe, free from hazing and the peer pressure felt at the state level.
Clubs and Activities There is literally something for everyone from drama and choir to sports to cooking to Dungeons and Dragons to bagpipes. If you're interested in it, Lyon can make it happen because the President is just an email away. It is easy to get involved.
Great for these types of students Students who want to work hard for their best education possible would thrive at Lyon. Those who don't know what they want to do and want to explore and those who want to study abroad get good opportunities too. Lyon also has an excellent Pre-Med program with a 100% acceptance rate into medical school.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus The campus is known for being haunted. Ghost hunters have come over from time to time to investigate various stories like the ghost children in the chapel or Fred in one of the girl's dorms.
Bang for the buck The education is top-notch, no competition. The teachers all know what they're doing, and they prepare you for the real world. It may be a lot of money, but you'll be able to make more money in the future.
What to do for fun If you have time for fun, there's always a movie showing somewhere or a game of ultimate frisbee going on. You can get involved with Greek life, band, theatre, sports, spirit teams, or create your own groups for anything possible. Though Batesville is small, it offers enough to keep you happy.
Food and Dining It's average cafeteria food, but the staff really make it worth it. They'll chat with you and make your day if you're down. The dessert is award winning and top notch however.
Dorm Life The dorms are dorms; there's not much to be said about them. They can be home if you make it home. They're cleaned regularly, have constant courtesy hours to insure easy studying, and the RA's are always there for you to talk.
Academic Rigor As aforementioned, it is top notch; they are especially good at helping you build a major that fits your needs. While the classes may be difficult, the teachers are willing to work with you to make sure you understand, even if it means taking time out of their personal schedule. As long as you work hard, each class you take will make you a better student.
Tips for prospective students Go to the Supplemental Instruction (SI) sessions to make sure you're properly prepared for your classes. Get involved in the community; people are more than willing to accept you so it's a good time to find yourself. Study hard and take all of your classes seriously; there is not an easy class on campus.
In three sentences Lyon College is easily the most tightly-knit community in the entire state of Arkansas. All of the students, regardless of their class, know each other and are just as willing as the teachers to help out. It is good at making you feel safe, loved, and prepared for the real world with its grueling curriculum and fantastic faculty.
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Spencer from Jonesboro, AR
05/14/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 4 of 11
Categories Comments Campus Safety Campus safety usually isn't a problem. In such a small town, there isn't much that comes on campus to disturb it (other than the occasional uninvited towns-person on weekends that is usually removed promptly). Overall, the crime scene is pretty uneventful.
Greek Life Lyon's Greek life is limited with only 3 fraternities and 3 sororities, but their size makes them each little families in their own that possess an incredible level of unity. Definitely recommend going Greek.
Clubs and Activities Lyon is full of clubs to join. My first year, I became a member of the Art Student League, Student Government, the APPLE Upward Bound program, Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity, Resident Life Staff, and participate in other extra-curricular activities around campus like disc golf, intramurals, ultimate frisbee, tennis, and even just going to the gym on campus.
Great for these types of students Academically driven, wanting to create stronger credentials with powerful connections, and able to relax after a long week of study and classes. Also, Students who like to support their sports teams. Lyon has a handful of nationally ranked athletic teams that are always grateful for supporters.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Scottish Fest is definitely an unusual, but extremely entertaining, event that takes place on campus every spring. Lots of vendors, food, games, history, shows, and more go on during the weekend of Scot Fest. The bagpipes are played year-around though.
Bang for the buck Lyon is pretty pricey, and sometimes it seems like you're not getting your money's worth. But you can discuss this with a financial advisor, any professor, or even the president of the college at any time to find out what all you're getting. By the end of the year, it's obvious that you're getting a quality education at a higher grade school for a reasonable price.
What to do for fun Lyon's LEAP (Lyon Education & Adventure Program) takes trip rock climbing, kayaking, skydiving, camping, biking, etc. on a regular basis. There are numerous clubs to join to fit any taste, from recycling to art to Greek life to just sitting around and playing card games. Honestly, you won't get bored if you go outside looking for something to do.
Food and Dining The food is tolerable, but Lyon offers Flex dollars that can be spent at local restaurants if you get sick of the cafeteria meals.
Dorm Life Not the greatest dorms, but definitely livable. New additions and renovations are made to the dorms every year. (i.e. my dorm building got granite bathrooms last summer)
Academic Rigor This curriculum is challenging, but you can do it with a little effort, i promise.
Tips for prospective students Be ready to put in lots of hard work to achieve your goals here. While it's not going to take up ALL of your time, it requires some commitment and determination. Be prepared to work hard with professors that will work hard with you until you overcome any hurdles. And don't forget to have some fun. Plenty to do on campus.
In three sentences Lyon College is definitely an academically challenging school, but worth the time and effort. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved on campus in various organizations or even academic groups. With such a small campus, it feels like a second home with a whole new family.
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Christie from Fayetteville, AR
05/07/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
5 of 11
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Students interested in learning. They are also some great outdoor programs, and bagpiping.
Tips for prospective students Definitely tour the campus, and ask any questions you have. You should also try to talk to a professor in your intended major if you have one, because they can give you specifics.
Bang for the buck Smaller classes, a liberal arts education, and great opportunities all around. So much to do for so little out of pocket!
Am enjoying being here Everyone acts like family, and tries to make you feel welcome. There are quite a few student activities.
Am learning a lot If you want to do well here, there is no reason that you can't. The teachers are willing to help you. The science labs are very nice, and if you ever have a problem, they have someone on campus who knows how to help you.
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Rachel from Sherwood, AR
05/11/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
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Categories Comments Great for these types of students Ambitious, driven, excited, willing to learn, willing to grow, fun students
Tips for prospective students TAKE A TOUR! Get to know the school, the expectations, and the area before you make a decision. Be prepared to be challenged and be wiling to take those challenges head on.
Bang for the buck Lyon College is definitely worth what you will spend there and offers help with paying their tuition.
Am enjoying being here I absolutely love Lyon College. The students that attend are fun and friendly sharing your desire to learn. There is always something to do even if that something is studying. Even with the cafeteria burning down and having new eating arrangements, the college manages to make it a fun and easy place to live.
Am learning a lot Lyon College is a liberal arts school meaning you learn from many different fields, even your weaker ones. Students are required to take classes in science, math, English, history, foreign language, etc. Upper level classes are challenging and fun.
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Leann from Paragould, AR
05/12/2011Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
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Categories Comments Bang for the buck It is definitely worth the money to go somewhere you'll have fun at and feel comfortable every day at.
Will enjoy being here The campus is very spacious, the dorms are fairly large, and the atmosphere is amazing. Everyone basically knows everybody so people feel like family.
Will learn a lot Lyon has a very broad selection of subjects to choose from and many qualified professors to teach the students.
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Shauna from Strawberry, AR
05/16/2011Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
8 of 11
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Anyone can attend lyon. There are students attending Lyon from all across the US as well as foreign exchange students. Lyon also offers the ability to study abroad for those interested.
Tips for prospective students Attend Honors Day and fill out any forms you receive on your mylyon account quickly. This will allow you many scholarship opportunities and help with a smooth application process. When it comes to your classes and class work a lot of assignments are posted online. DO THEM. They are there for you to get done with plenty of time to do so. They are easy to complete and they help out a lot on exams. A lot of classes, the assignments are up long enough you can get them all done in advance and forget about them.
Bang for the buck Lyon offers many scholarship and grant opportunities to prospective students. There is a very high rate of Lyon graduates getting placed in jobs from their degree bracket within one year of graduating. The professors work WITH the students and want nothing more than their success.
Will enjoy being here I greatly enjoy attending Lyon college. The campus is beautiful, offers a variety of opportunities to socialize with other students, and provides an abundance educational benefits. The people are very helpful and it is extremely easy to make friends that you can depend on. I feel comfortable on the campus. I know that if I accidentally leave something valuable somewhere it will either still be there when I go back or it is turned in somewhere safe.
Will learn a lot Lyon college has a 15 to 1 student to professor rate and the professors are extremely dedicated to helping the students in any way possible. Lyon offers summer classes and a variety of possible majors. The staff keeps you updated and works with you on any problems, questions, or concerns you may have about attending this school.
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Wyatt from Hot Springs, AR
10/31/2012Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
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Categories Comments In three sentences Great atmosphere, great people and admissions really know their facts. Would encourage you to take a visit
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Anna from Rison, AR
02/12/2013Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
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Categories Comments Bang for the buck For a private school, its rather cheap. (Compare: Hendrix at 55k/yr)
What to do for fun Theres plenty of outdoor activities, lots of stuff to do all the time, form the Puppies on the Knoll to student organized concerts and movie night every thursday, you will never be bored. But don't let your studies slack off!
Food and Dining Oh my god, the FOOD. It was awesome!
Dorm Life Beautiful, well designed dorms with comfort and efficiency in mind.
Academic Rigor This place has a rather intensive curriculum, but everyone needs/wants a challenge, right!
Tips for prospective students Bring a camera. This campus is GORGEOUS!
In three sentences The campus has a very friendly, homey feel. Campus faculty and students are very friendly and more than eager to answer any and all questions I had. It is extremely beautifully designed, and very easy to find your way around!
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Courtney from Osceola, AR
03/22/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
11 of 11
Categories Comments What to do for fun There are e-mails sent out almost every day about something you can do for fun. The college home page has a few things on it too.
Food and Dining The food is nice. There are plenty of options.
Dorm Life Most of the people here are nice. The only problem I have with the dorms is because my room is right next to the door, and a few people go in and out it at night.
Academic Rigor You're going to have to work hard.
Tips for prospective students Don't bring too many clothing items. The closets aren't that big.
In three sentences Lyon is great! If you ever have trouble with something, there will usually be someone you can ask for help. SI sessions are extremely helpful.
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