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Lawrence University

Lawrence University is a small, private institution located in Appleton, wi. Founded in 1847, Lawrence University offers undergraduate degrees in 37 majors.

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4 Year, Private

Division 3

1,410 undergraduates

$55,461 undergraduate tuition

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Admissions

Will I get into Lawrence University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 63.0%

SAT score average 1349

ACT score average 28

Average high school GPA 3.47

Application fee $0.00

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Key deadlines

November

323 days away Early Decision date

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November

323 days away Early Action date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Lawrence University is known for one of its top majors: Music. Their student-faculty ratio is 7:1.

Graduation rate

Retention Rate

7 :1

Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities

Social Sciences and Psychology

Business and Management

Languages and Literature

Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Education and Teaching

Mathematics and Statistics

Popular majors

Music

Psychology, General

Economics

English Language and Literature, General

Biology, General

Political Science and Government

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $55,461

Additional expenses

Room & board $11,838

Books & supplies $900

Other expenses $1,650

Cost of attendance* $69,849

Average financial aid package $51,914

Estimated cost $17,935 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $55,461

Additional expenses

Room & board $11,838

Books & supplies $900

Other expenses $1,650

Cost of attendance* $69,849

Average financial aid package $51,914

Estimated cost $17,935 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA^® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Lawrence University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,410, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

1,410

Enrollment by gender

Male

Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %

60%

African American %

Hispanic American %

11%

Asian %

Native American %

Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %

Multiracial %

Unknown %

15%

Student type

Full-time

Living on campus

International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Lawrence University, students love their Black Student Union (BSU), student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911

9208327000

https://www.lawrence.edu/

Popular clubs & activities

Black student union (bsu)

Hillel

Lawrence university queer alliance

Gaming club

The lawrentian

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3

Varsity sportsYes

Intramural sportsYes

Greek life

Female

Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Lawrence University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Lawrence University?

Lawrence University is located in Appleton, wi.

What is the acceptance rate at Lawrence University?

The acceptance rate for Lawrence University is 63%.

What’s the average GPA for Lawrence University?

The average high school GPA for Lawrence University students was 3.47.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Lawrence University?

The estimated cost for 4 years at Lawrence University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $279,396.

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