Lehigh University Demographics & Diversity Overview

32%
Minority Students
46%
Female Students
7%
International
44
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Lehigh University has a diverse student body with 32% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
64.9%(3,356)
Hispanic
11.1%(573)
African American
5.7%(295)
Asian
10.8%(558)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%(5)
Pacific Islander
0.0%(2)
Two or More Races
4.6%(240)
Unknown
2.7%(142)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color32%
Total Enrollment7,394
International Students7%

Cultural Engagement

Lehigh University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Lehigh University has a gender distribution of 46% female students and 54% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
54.0%(3,039)
Women
46.0%(2,585)

Gender Statistics

Men3,039

41% of total enrollment

Women2,585

35% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Lehigh University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

24%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Lehigh University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 21% in-state residents, 72% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
21.4%(323)
Out-of-State
71.8%(1,085)
International
6.8%(103)

Regional Representation

In-State323

21% of student body

Out-of-State1,085

72% of student body

International103

7% of student body

States Represented

44 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

32%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

46%

Female Students

Global Reach

7%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age