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Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks Lebanon Valley College #1063 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,713 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lebanon Valley College in the 37.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Median earnings four years after enrollment are $63,570, placing the institution in the 63.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. --- Lebanon Valley College's composite ranking reflects its ability to deliver strong outcomes across multiple pillars — from earnings beyond expectations to affordability and access. Graduates see meaningful earnings gains that place the institution in the top quartile nationally for both expected and actual earnings.
Azimuth ranks Lebanon Valley College #1063 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A private master's university in Annville, PA, Lebanon Valley College enrolls roughly 1,684 undergraduates. Retention is 83.0% and the six-year graduation rate is 65.0%, reflecting solid progress toward degree completion. Where Lebanon Valley College performs strongest is return on investment. Azimuth ranks Lebanon Valley College #505 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,713 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lebanon Valley College in the 37.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. This performance reflects both the institution's program mix — anchored in Parks & Recreation — and its ability to move graduates into careers with solid long-term financial trajectories. Access and affordability sit lower in the composite. Lebanon Valley College sits in the 12.6 percentile for access and the 14.8 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. With 24.9% of undergraduates receiving Pell Grants and 27.6% first-generation, the institution serves a meaningful share of cost-conscious students. For families evaluating affordability and long-term debt service, Financial GPS tool provides personalized projections across earnings scenarios and repayment modes.
Lebanon Valley College's published cost of attendance is $66,497. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $20,788, middle-income families pay around $22,266, and higher-income families pay approximately $31,533. Azimuth ranks Lebanon Valley College #1214 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Lebanon Valley College meets demonstrated financial need through a combination of need-based grants, merit scholarships, and federal aid programs. Families apply using the FAFSA to access need-based aid, and the college participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and institutional aid programs. The difference between sticker price and net price can be substantial at institutions with robust aid budgets; understanding your family's specific net price requires running the college's net price calculator with your financial information. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $42,888; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $63,570, median federal debt of $27,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $305 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
Lebanon Valley College is a strong fit for students drawn to parks, recreation, and applied fields who want a private college experience in PA, Northeast. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $63,570, placing Lebanon Valley College in the 63.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,713 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 37.6 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The aid structure is need-based. For admitted Pell-eligible and first-generation students — 24.9% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants and 27.6% are first-generation — that structure can meaningfully close the gap between the $31,533 published cost and what families actually pay. Fit depends on two realistic filters: the 83.8% admit rate makes the application process selective, and the program mix favors applied fields over research-oriented ones. Students whose interests align with parks and recreation will find the earnings trajectory and aid package among the strongest in the region.
This school profile was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
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Lebanon Valley College's published cost of attendance is $66,497. Net price by income band reveals how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $20,788, middle-income families pay around $22,266, and higher-income families pay approximately $31,533.
Azimuth ranks Lebanon Valley College #1214 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown.
Lebanon Valley College meets demonstrated financial need through a combination of need-based grants, merit scholarships, and federal aid programs. Families apply using the FAFSA to access need-based aid, and the college participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and institutional aid programs.
The difference between sticker price and net price can be substantial at institutions with robust aid budgets; understanding your family's specific net price requires running the college's net price calculator with your financial information. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $27,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $42,888; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the [Parent PLUS risk framework](/analysis/ou-what-happens-when-parents-borrow-too/) for how household context shapes PLUS decisions.
For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $63,570, median federal debt of $27,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $305 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).
Graduates of Lebanon Valley College earn median 4-year earnings of $63,570, placing Lebanon Valley College in the 63.6 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,713 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lebanon Valley College in the 37.6 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks Lebanon Valley College #505 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Lebanon Valley College's concentration in Parks & Recreation.
Kinesiology is the largest program with 77 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $74,429, at 1.4x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 32 students earning $65,696, and the The Music program graduates 28 students earning $54,235.
Together, these programs anchor the institution's earnings profile and reflect the career pathways available to Lebanon Valley College graduates in the regional labor market.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Louisiana Christian University Similar quality tier (#28806 ranked) | LA | 77% | $51,700 | #28806 | Compare |
Saint Joseph's College Of Maine Similar quality tier in Northeast (#29323 ranked) | ME | 84% | $59,045 | #29323 | Compare |
Stetson University Similar quality tier (#29325 ranked) | FL | 72% | $51,642 | #29325 | Compare |
Northwood University Similar quality tier (#29331 ranked) | MI | 65% | $63,075 | #29331 | Compare |
Grace Christian University Similar quality tier (#29334 ranked) | MI | 99% | $41,663 | #29334 | Compare |
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
12 graduates
Economics
14 graduates
Accounting and Related Services
11 graduates
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
77 graduates
Business Administration, Management and Operations
32 graduates
Lebanon Valley College's program mix centers on applied professional fields with particular strength in business, education, and health-related disciplines. The largest programs by enrollment are Kinesiology with 77 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $74,429, followed by Business Administration with 32 graduates earning $65,696, and Music with 28 graduates earning $54,235.
Teacher Education and Biology, General round out the top five by scale, each serving meaningful cohorts within the institution's portfolio. The highest-earning programs at Lebanon Valley College reflect strong outcomes in specialized applied fields.
Economics graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $93,878, while Kinesiology delivers median earnings of $74,429 and Business Administration reaches $65,696. These earnings patterns correspond to fields where employers recruit actively and career pathways are well-established.
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication and Biology, General also contribute to the institution's earnings profile, demonstrating breadth across multiple high-return disciplines. Lebanon Valley College's program distribution emphasizes Education at 14%, Business at 14%, and Social Sciences at 11%, positioning the college as a professional-oriented institution aligned with stable labor-market demand.
As a private liberal arts college, Lebanon Valley College graduates roughly 394 students annually across 23 programs, with 0 meeting Azimuth's ranking threshold. This scale supports meaningful employer recruitment and alumni network development within the institution's regional footprint.
