Campus Overview

Lebanon Valley College (LVC) is a small, private liberal arts college nestled in the heart of central Pennsylvania, offering an intimate and focused academic environment with approximately 1,600 students. The college provides a close-knit community experience with personalized attention and opportunities for student engagement.


Location & Setting Located in Annville, Pennsylvania, LVC sits in a rural/small-town setting in Lebanon County, approximately 20 miles east of Harrisburg. The campus is situated in a quiet, pastoral environment typical of central Pennsylvania, with easy access to both suburban and rural landscapes.

Campus Life As a small college, LVC offers a tight-knit social experience where students know each other and have significant opportunities for involvement. Campus housing is primarily on-campus, with most students living in residence halls or themed housing. While not a major party school, the campus has active student organizations, intramural sports, and regular campus events that help build community.

Student Body The student population is predominantly from Pennsylvania and surrounding Mid-Atlantic states, with a mix of first-generation and traditional college students. The campus tends to attract academically motivated students interested in personalized education and close relationships with faculty.

Academics LVC is known for strong programs in health sciences, business, education, and the liberal arts. The college emphasizes hands-on learning, undergraduate research, and close faculty-student interaction. Class sizes are small, typically ranging from 10-25 students, allowing for individualized academic support.

Athletics & Sports Competing in NCAA Division III, LVC has a robust athletic program with 20 varsity sports teams. The Flying Dutchmen have strong traditions in wrestling, football, and several other sports. The athletic culture is competitive but balanced with academic excellence.

Lifestyle & Weather Central Pennsylvania experiences four distinct seasons, with cold winters and mild summers. A car is recommended but not absolutely necessary, as the campus is relatively compact. Nearby outdoor recreational opportunities include hiking, skiing, and exploring state parks in the surrounding rural landscape.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D3 Ranked
RPI Rank
#7
2025 Record
In-Division: 9-5
Conference
Middle Atlantic Conference Freedom
Coach
Amber Corcoran '09, M'24

School

Type
Private (United Methodist)
Classification
Master's: Small Programs
Common Majors:
Recreation (23%)
Business (19%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (53%)
• Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods (25%)
• Accounting and Related Services (22%)
Education (11%)
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (48%)
• Special Education and Teaching (35%)
• Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (17%)
Biology (9%)
Social Sciences (8%)
Criminology (26%)
• Sociology (26%)
• Economics (24%)
• Political Science and Government (24%)

Student Body

Total
2,102
Undergrad
79%
Demographics
56% women
Student:Faculty
12:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science (2.1%)
Psychology (1.9%)
Biology (8.8%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (28.9%)
French (0.3%)

Academics

Admission Rate
74%
SAT Median
1,196
SAT Range
1,093-1,300
Retention
82%
Graduation
72%

Costs

In-State
$50,320
Out-of-State
$50,320
Room & Board
$15,340
Avg Net Price
$28,132
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Moderate
HighLow
January37°22°
April62°40°
July84°64°
October64°44°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
Suburban (Suburb: Small)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
134 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Amber Corcoran 09 M 24 Head Coach corcoran@lvc.edu View Bio
Angie Nelson Assistant Coach anelson@lvc.edu View Bio
Sorrell Long 24 Assistant Coach View Bio
Becky Elliott 98 Assistant Coach View Bio
Sam Burrier Student Manager

Roster Breakdown

18 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 94% (17 players)
US Out-of-State: 6% (1 player)
Pennsylvania: 94% (17 players)
New Jersey: 6% (1 player)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 2 (11.1%)
Forward/Midfielder: 6 (33.3%)
Midfielder: 3 (16.7%)
Midfielder/Defender: 4 (22.2%)
Defender: 1 (5.6%)
Goalkeeper: 2 (11.1%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 6 (33.3%)
Sophomore: 6 (33.3%)
Junior: 3 (16.7%)
Senior: 3 (16.7%)

Full Roster (18 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
2 Maggie McAteer F/M So. 5-4 Annville, Pa. Annville-Cleona
4 Cameron Bashore M FY 5-1 Hummelstown, Pa. Lower Dauphin
5 Lauren Foster F/M So. 5-7 Shermans Dale, Pa. West Perry
6 Gracie Johnson F/M Sr. 5-5 Shippensburg, Pa. Shippensburg Area
7 Lilah Shaub F FY 5-1 Spring Grove, Pa. Spring Grove Area
8 Aspen Grube F FY 5-2 Lititz, Pa. Warwick
9 Joanna Ehrhart M/D So. 5-3 Denver, Pa. Ephrata
10 Abby Rodenberger M Jr. 5-3 Green Lane, Pa. Upper Perkiomen
11 Jillian Tait F/M So. 5-4 Tafton, Pa. Wallenpaupack Area
12 Claire Weidenhammer F/M Jr. 5-7 Newport, Pa. Newport
15 Reese Arnold M/D So. 5-2 Lebanon, Pa. Cedar Crest
17 Amelia Taube D Sr. 5-1 Duncannon, Pa. Susquenita
19 Madison Brewer M/D FY 5-0 Fredericksburg, Pa. Northern Lebanon
21 Rebecca Lane F/M Sr. 5-9 Elizabethtown, Pa. Lancaster Mennonite
23 Danika Setlock M FY 5-7 Annville, Pa. Annville-Cleona
32 Olivia Lobecker M/D So. 5-2 Levittown, Pa. Neshaminy
53 Ella Weidenhammer GK Jr. 5-7 Newport, Pa. Newport
98 Emma Mitchell GK FY 5-2 Bayville, N.J. Central Regional