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Lawrence University

Appleton, WI · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

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Admission rate
64%
Accessible
Average net price
$22,758
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
79%
Median earnings
$59,025
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Lawrence University is a private nonprofit college in Appleton, WI with 1,396 undergraduates. It admits 64% of applicants, and admitted students average 1350 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $22,758 per year ($12,417 for families earning under $30,000). 79% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $59,025 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
64%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,489
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,199
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing610–710
200800
SAT Math590–710
200800
ACT Composite24–31
136

What Lawrence University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$71,697
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$58,794

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$12,417
  • $30–48k$14,280
  • $48–75k$15,274
  • $75–110k$22,326
  • $110k+$31,836

Get a personal estimate with Lawrence University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
79%
Freshman retention
87%
Median earnings
$59,025
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,396
Student–faculty ratio
7:1
Receive Pell grants
27%
  • White60%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black5%
  • Asian4%

Lawrence University FAQ

What is Lawrence University's acceptance rate?+

Lawrence University admits 64% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Lawrence University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 610–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 590–710 on SAT Math; the average total is 1350.

What ACT score do you need for Lawrence University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–31.

Is Lawrence University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Lawrence University?+

In Fall 2023, 3,489 students applied to Lawrence University and 2,199 were admitted; 336 enrolled.

Does Lawrence University consider legacy status?+

No. Lawrence University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Lawrence University require an essay?+

Lawrence University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Lawrence University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $71,697 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,758.

What is Lawrence University's graduation rate?+

79% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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