At a glance
Average net price
$23,401
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
76.8%
Admission rate
64%
Undergrad size
1,396
In-state tuition
$56,982
Out-of-state tuition
$56,982
Cost of attendance
$69,849
Median earnings (10y)
$55,789
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,350
- ACT midpoint
- 30
- Retention
- 86.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (41%), stem (33%), social sciences (24%).
- STEM33%
- Business1%
- Humanities & arts41%
- Social sciences24%
- ~368 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Biological sciences16.2%~226 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences11.0%~153 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.0%~111 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English6.3%~88 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~88 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~61 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.9%~54 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.0%~42 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics2.2%~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.9%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~23 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business1.4%~19 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
30 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music. | Bachelor's | 116 | — | $19,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 73 | — | $15,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 71 | — | $13,096 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 52 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lawrence University
Lawrence University is a mid-sized institution located in Appleton, Wisconsin, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,396 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Biological sciences, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lawrence University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $23,401 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $56,982 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $69,849 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 76.8%, a strong completion outcome. 86.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $55,789 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lawrence University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Biological sciences, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (41% of credentials), stem (33% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Lawrence University accepts 64% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,350. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 30.
Location & campus
Set in Appleton, Wisconsin (city), Lawrence University draws students from across Wisconsin and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lawrence University
Q.How much does Lawrence University cost?
The average net price at Lawrence University is $23,401 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $69,849.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lawrence University?
Lawrence University has a 6-year graduation rate of 76.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Lawrence University?
Lawrence University admits 64% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Lawrence University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lawrence University graduate earns $55,789 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lawrence University?
Published tuition is $56,982 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lawrence University located?
Lawrence University is located in Appleton, Wisconsin (ZIP 54911).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lawrence University at their official website.