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Lawrence University
Appleton, WIPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 64% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Lawrence University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Appleton, WI. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 1.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 64%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
1.4K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
64% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading610 - 710
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math590 - 710
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite24 - 31
1typical 50% range36
64%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Biological Sciences16% of degrees
Social Sciences13% of degrees
Business & Marketing1% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,338
Earnings 5yr: $80,210
Debt: N/A
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,021
Earnings 5yr: $57,718
Debt: N/A
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,954
Earnings 5yr: $47,453
Debt: N/A
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,971
Earnings 5yr: $39,248
Debt: $15,000
Fine and Studio Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $44,313
Earnings 5yr: $24,014
Debt: N/A
Music.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,385
Earnings 5yr: $32,725
Debt: $19,000
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $38,092
Earnings 5yr: $45,689
Debt: $13,096
History.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $37,344
Debt: N/A
Anthropology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Area Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biological and Physical Sciences.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$23,401
In-State Tuition$56,982
Out-of-State Tuition$56,982
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
22%
Pell Grants
49%
Take Loans
79%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$40,653
+37% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,789
Completion Signals
77%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
87%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$211/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
48%
Men52%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 48% men and 52% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
17%
Part-Time Share
1%
Avg Family Income
$98,604
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