Lawrence University
Appleton, WI · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About Lawrence University
Lawrence University is a private liberal arts college and conservatory of music in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States. Founded in 1847, its first classes were held on November 12, 1849. Lawrence was the second college in the U.S. to be founded as a coeducational institution.
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64%
Acceptance
$23,401
Net price
1,396
Enrollment
77%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
64%
Acceptance rate
1,350
SAT average
30
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$23,401
Average net price
$56,982
In-state tuition
$56,982
Out-of-state tuition
$12,165
Room & board
$900
Books & supplies
$69,849
Total cost of attendance
22%
Students receiving Pell grants
49%
Students with federal loans
$26,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$55,789
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$40,653
Median earnings (6 yrs)
77%
Graduation rate
87%
Retention rate
81%
Earn more than a HS grad
$22,280
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,396
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
17%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Lawrence University FAQ
Is Lawrence University a public or private school?
Lawrence University is a private nonprofit institution located in Appleton, WI.
What is the acceptance rate at Lawrence University?
Lawrence University has an acceptance rate of 64%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Lawrence University cost?
The average annual net price at Lawrence University is $23,401 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $56,982.
What is the graduation rate at Lawrence University?
About 77% of students at Lawrence University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Lawrence University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Lawrence University students earn a median of $55,789 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Lawrence University?
Admitted students at Lawrence University have an average SAT score of 1,350 and an ACT midpoint of 30. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Lawrence University?
Lawrence University enrolls about 1,396 students.
Campus
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