School Information

32.9
Total Enrollment 1,483
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 9 : 1

Lawrence University

http://www.lawrence.edu
College Ave, Appleton, Wisconsin 54911
(920) 832-7000

Lawrence University of Wisconsin, through its undergraduate residential college and Conservatory of Music, educates students in the liberal arts and sciences. The university is devoted to excellence and integrity in all of its activities and committed to the development of intellect and talent, the pursuit of knowledge and understanding, the cultivation of sound judgment, and respect for the perspectives of others. Lawrence prepares students for lives of achievement, responsible and meaningful citizenship, lifelong learning, and personal fulfillment. As a learning community of scholars and artists we engage each other in a transformative process that emphasizes individualized learning, supported by an ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student 4%
 
School Costs

At Lawrence University, 94.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 88.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $16,204), and 59% receive loans ($6,645 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,053.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Lawrence University is $25,496 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,516 people applied to Lawrence University. Of the applicants, 69.0% were admitted (68.0% male & 70.0% female ) and 20.0% accepted (22.0% male and 19.0% female)

Percent of In-State Undergrads     28.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     87.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     78.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     63.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     79.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     76.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline January 15
Admissions Office Phone 920-832-6500
Admissions Office Email excel@lawrence.edu
Admissions Office Address 711 East Boldt Way SPC 29, Appleton, WI 54911-5626
Admissions Website http://www.lawrence.edu/admissions/apply/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.lawrence.edu/admissions/apply/
Application Fee $40

In order to be accepted to Lawrence University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
 
Lawrence University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 7
East Asian Studies 6
Russian Studies 1
Biological and biomedical sciences 36
Biochemistry 2
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 34
Education 7
Music Teacher Education 7
English language and literature/letters 29
English Language and Literature, General 29
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 26
Chinese Language and Literature 2
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General 1
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other 0
French Language and Literature 8
German Language and Literature 6
Linguistics 4
Russian Language and Literature 0
Spanish Language and Literature 5
History 15
History, General 15
Mathematics and statistics 4
Mathematics, General 4
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 20
Biological and Physical Sciences 11
Mathematics and Computer Science 3
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 6
Natural resources and conservation 6
Environmental Studies 6
Philosophy and religious studies 10
Philosophy 6
Religion/Religious Studies 4
Physical sciences 23
Chemistry, General 5
Geology/Earth Science, General 5
Physics, General 13
Psychology 24
Psychology, General 24
Social sciences 42
Anthropology 12
Economics, General 5
Political Science and Government, General 25
Visual and performing arts 71
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 7
Art/Art Studies, General 12
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 8
Music Performance, General 36
Music Theory and Composition 0
Music, General 8
 
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