Known for biology — close-knit campus
Lawrence University is a private institution in Appleton with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1349, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
76% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,789 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,563.
Established
1847
Motto
Light! More Light! Veritas est lux.
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
Midwest Conference and Northern Collegiate Hockey Association (hockey only)
Division
Division III
Campus Visits
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63%Acceptance
1349SAT Avg
1,394Students
7:1Student:Faculty
76%Grad Rate
$55,789Earnings 10yr
$24,563Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate63.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1349
Reading & WritingMid: 680
600720
MathMid: 665
600710
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 30
2732
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$55,461
Room & Board$11,838
Books & Supplies$900
Total Cost of Attendance$67,824
Average Net Price$24,563
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,025
$30–48K$14,498
$48–75K$17,215
$75–110K$22,712
$110K+$32,492
Programs (37)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,394
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%
Race & Ethnicity
White 61%
Black 4%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 12%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate76.4%
Freshman Retention87.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$40,653
8 Years$48,065
10 Years$55,789
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,700
Men
$55,800
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lawrence Vikings
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia