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Overview

Lawrence University is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Appleton, Wisconsin, United States. Founded in 1847, Lawrence University is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. This institution offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 179-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. Lawrence University also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Lawrence University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Lawrence University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lawrence University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Lawrence University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym
Founded 1847
Motto Veritas est lux
Truth is Light
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Location

Address College Avenue
Appleton
54912-0599 Wisconsin
United States
Lawrence University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Lawrence University Phone Number (920) 832 7000
Lawrence University Fax Number (920) 832 6782
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Recognition and Accreditation

Lawrence University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lawrence University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lawrence University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Lawrence University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Lawrence University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Lawrence University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Lawrence University's academic range and degree level offering.



Lawrence University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes
M&H
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Lawrence University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Lawrence University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Lawrence University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Lawrence University.



Lawrence University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Lawrence University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Lawrence University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Lawrence University Admission Info


Lawrence University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Lawrence University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Lawrence University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Lawrence University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lawrence University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is considered but not required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is considered but not required
  • Admission test scores are considered but not required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is considered but not required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Lawrence University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Lawrence University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 599
Appleton 54912-0599
(920) 832 6500
800 227 0982

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Lawrence University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Lawrence University Size and Profile


Lawrence University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lawrence University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Lawrence University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Lawrence University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Lawrence University's Control Type Control Type

Lawrence University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Lawrence University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lawrence University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Lawrence University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Lawrence University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Lawrence University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Lawrence University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Lawrence University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Lawrence University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Lawrence University Facilities


Lawrence University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Lawrence University's Library
Lawrence University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 345,948 physical volumes, 137,341 physical media, 256,035 digital/electronic media and 178 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 17 full-time employees, including 9 librarians. Lawrence University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Lawrence University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Lawrence University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,460 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Lawrence University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Lawrence University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Lawrence University Services


Lawrence University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Lawrence University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Lawrence University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.


Lawrence University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Lawrence University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Lawrence University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Lawrence University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lawrence University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Social Media

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X X (Twitter)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrence University public or private?

Lawrence University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Lawrence University profit or non-profit?

Lawrence University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Lawrence University in terms of enrollment?

Lawrence University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Lawrence University in terms of academic staff?

Lawrence University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Lawrence University a coeducational institution?

Lawrence University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Lawrence University use?

Lawrence University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Lawrence University affiliated with?

None.

Does Lawrence University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Lawrence University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Lawrence University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Lawrence University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Lawrence University located?

Lawrence University is located in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States. Address: College Avenue.

Is Lawrence University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Lawrence University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Lawrence University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Lawrence University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Lawrence University have a university library?

Yes Lawrence University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 345,948 physical volumes, 137,341 physical media, 256,035 digital/electronic media and 178 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 17 full-time employees, including 9 librarians. Lawrence University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Lawrence University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Lawrence University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,460 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Lawrence University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Lawrence University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Lawrence University offer career services?

Yes

Does Lawrence University offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does Lawrence University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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