About The Haven

• Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, commonly abbreviated LHU, is a state university in central Pennsylvania.
• Student body:  approximately 2,900 total students, 2,500 undergraduates, 400 graduate students
• Graduate programs available in-person and 100% online 

LHU main campus is located on the west branch of the Susquehanna River in the scenic mountains of Pennsylvania.  Just minutes off of I-80, campus is nestled in the historic town of Lock Haven, where tree-lined streets and beautiful Victorian homes border campus, and restaurants and shops are just a few blocks away.

LHU's branch campus, Clearfield campus is located between exits 120 and 123 off of I-80 in the beautiful town of Clearfield, Pa.

Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education selected Dr. Bashar Hanna to serve as president.

Leadership Team
Council of Trustees
Mission & Vision Statement
Strategic Plan
Organizational Chart

Lock Haven University was founded in 1870 as the Central State Normal School, and we have a long history of excellence in training Pennsylvania’s educators.

We’ve expanded our academic programs, and while we still offer some of the best teacher preparation in the state, we also are among the best in the sciences, business, and humanities.

We are proud of our graduates.  Since 1870 Lock Haven University has graduated some of the most talented alumni in the world.  We have over 37,000 alumni and LHU is represented in every state across the U.S.

Once you attend LHU, a part of you never truly leaves.  Whether it be days, months, or years, you are always welcome back home to The Haven.