What Lycoming College does

Lycoming College is a private, nonprofit liberal arts college located at One College Place in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, founded in 1848 (per institution records) and entering its 178th year of continuous operation. The institution serves primarily first-year, transfer, international (77+ students from 26+ countries), and veteran undergraduate students through residential bachelor-degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences, supplemented by Division III athletics in the Landmark Conference, performing arts, student media, Greek life, and 60+ student organizations. Revenue is generated almost entirely from undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees (all resident students are required to purchase dining plans), with annual billing cycles and a published Net Price Calculator; 85% of students receive institutional financial aid, which is redistributed back and reduces net realized tuition.

The college's core technology platform is conventional higher-education infrastructure: a Moodle-based learning management system for course delivery, a myLyco student portal for email and self-service, WebAdvisor for course registration, and standard IT/email services. There are no proprietary AI products, developer-facing APIs, or disclosed partner integrations. Co-curricular extension centers include the Center for Enhanced Academic Experiences, the Clean Water Institute, the Humanities Research Center, the Institute for Management Studies, the Outdoor Leadership & Education Program, the Warrior Coffee Project (student-run), and Military Science (ROTC).

Lycoming is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and authorized through NC-SARA for cross-state distance education. It is led by President Kent Trachte and an executive team including the Vice President for Finance and Administration (Jennifer Mariacher), Interim Provost and Dean of the Faculty (Sandra Kingery), Vice President for Enrollment Management (Chip Hinton), Vice President for Student Affairs and Success (Dr. Sue O'Driscoll), Vice President for College Advancement (Walter C. Williams, effective May 2026), and Dean of Students (Christie Kracker). The institution markets to prospects through its website, social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn), campus visits, open houses, and a biannual magazine; distribution to applicants operates through a self-serve online application portal and direct recruitment domestically and internationally.

Name

Lycoming College

Legal name

Lycoming College

Website

https://lycoming.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1848

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Lycoming College is a private, nonprofit residential liberal arts college in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, serving undergraduate first-year, transfer, international, and veteran students through bachelor-degree programs with Division III athletics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Liberal Arts Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAH)

Keywords

• Undergraduate education
• Liberal arts college
• Residential education
• Higher education
• Bachelor degree programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Williamsport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue stream from undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees for on-campus residential students. All resident students are required to purchase dining plans as part of enrollment.
2. Financial Aid Distribution: 85% of students receive financial aid, indicating significant revenue is distributed back to students through scholarships and grants, reducing net tuition revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lycoming College is a private, nonprofit liberal arts college offering residential undergraduate education leading to bachelor's degrees across multiple academic divisions. The institution combines classroom instruction with required enhanced academic experiences (internships, study abroad, undergraduate research), supported by a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and a residential campus where 85%+ of students live on campus.

Product overview

Lycoming College is a nationally-ranked liberal arts college offering undergraduate education across multiple academic divisions. The institution operates a traditional academic program structure with majors, minors, and specialized programs, complemented by co-curricular services including athletics (Division III), performing arts (band, choir, theatre), campus recreation (Keiper Recreation Center), student life programs (60+ clubs, fraternity/sorority life, residential life), and student media (WRLC radio). The college maintains research centers (Clean Water Institute, Humanities Research Center) and specialized programs (Outdoor Leadership, ROTC) that extend learning beyond traditional classroom settings. Technology platforms include myLyco student portal and Moodle learning management system.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Liberal Arts Degree Programs Bachelor's degree programs across multiple academic divisions (humanities, sciences, social sciences, business, etc.) for residential undergraduate students, with a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
• Exercise Science Program New academic program preparing students for careers in healthcare, rehabilitation, fitness, and athletic settings.
• Military Science (ROTC) Reserve Officers' Training Corps program commissioning students as officers in the U.S. Army upon graduation.
• Outdoor Leadership & Education Program Co-curricular program building leadership skills through outdoor adventures and certification classes including whitewater kayaking, biking, and backpacking.
• Institute for Management Studies Academic department providing management and business education programs and professional development opportunities.
• Center for Enhanced Academic Experiences Centralized academic support service providing internship opportunities, research opportunities, honors programs, global education (study abroad), and career & professional development services.
• Division III Athletics Programs Intercollegiate sports competing in the Landmark Conference, including men's and women's basketball, soccer, swimming, tennis, cross country, lacrosse, football, baseball, wrestling, golf, volleyball, softball, field hockey, and cheerleading.
• Keiper Recreation Center 54,000 square foot recreation facility with indoor track, multipurpose courts, weight room, fitness center, swimming pool, and sauna.
• Lycoming College Choir Programs Includes College Choir (non-auditioned), Chamber Choir (advanced ensemble with Presidential Fellowship), and Tour Choir providing vocal performance and travel opportunities.
• College Concert Band Open to all students who play band instruments and read music, presenting concerts in fall and spring with touring opportunities.
• Mary L. Welch Theatre Performing arts venue producing three to four full-length plays annually representing comedy, tragedy, classics, and musicals.
• WRLC 91.7 FM Radio Station Student-run campus radio station broadcasting at 740 watts, featuring diverse music programming and staffed by students during the academic year.
• Clean Water Institute Interdisciplinary research center focused on water quality and environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Humanities Research Center Supports and promotes humanities scholarship and research across disciplines.
• Warrior Coffee Project Student-operated coffee enterprise providing hands-on business experience.
• Residential Life On-campus housing services where more than 85% of students live, including traditional residence halls and college apartments.
• Fraternity and Sorority Life Greek life organizations focused on academic achievement, leadership, community service, and social activities.
• Cafe 1812 Campus coffee shop featuring organic and fairly traded Warrior Blend coffees roasted by Alabaster Coffee, offering made-to-order sandwiches and salads.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% of Class of 2024 was employed or in graduate school 6-12 months after graduation
• +4 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Landmark ConferencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLycoming College is a member of the Landmark Conference, competing in NCAA Division III athletics. The conference is a key partnership for athletic scheduling, competition, and conference championships across multiple sports.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lycomingcollege
• YouTubeyoutube.com/lycomingcollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/5641419878
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lycoming-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/lycomingcollege

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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