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St Lawrence University

Canton, NY · Private nonprofit · Remote town · Website

St Lawrence University campus
Photo: Ross P. Robinson · CC BY-SA 3.0
Admission rate
54%
Accessible
Average net price
$31,355
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
79%
Median earnings
$74,500
10 years after enrolling

Summary

St Lawrence University is a private nonprofit college in Canton, NY with 1,918 undergraduates. It admits 54% of applicants, and admitted students average 1371 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $31,355 per year ($13,226 for families earning under $30,000). 79% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $74,500 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
54%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,367
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,138
Fall 2023
Yield
17%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing645–710
200800
SAT Math610–710
200800
ACT Composite30–33
136

What St Lawrence University looks at

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

  • High school recordConsidered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$84,550
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$67,890

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$13,226
  • $30–48k$11,224
  • $48–75k$19,762
  • $75–110k$23,162
  • $110k+$42,999

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
79%
Freshman retention
91%
Median earnings
$74,500
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,918
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
24%
  • White76%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black2%
  • Asian2%

St Lawrence University FAQ

What is St Lawrence University's acceptance rate?+

St Lawrence University admits 54% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for St Lawrence University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 645–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 610–710 on SAT Math; the average total is 1371.

What ACT score do you need for St Lawrence University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 30–33.

Is St Lawrence University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to St Lawrence University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,367 students applied to St Lawrence University and 3,138 were admitted; 545 enrolled.

Does St Lawrence University consider legacy status?+

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

Does St Lawrence University require an essay?+

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

How much does St Lawrence University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $84,550 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $31,355.

What is St Lawrence University's graduation rate?+

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

Sources

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