Lawrence University
- Private
- Liberal arts college
Lawrence University: international tuition 61,407 USD per year, one-year total cost 75,558 USD, acceptance rate 63.9%. Merit scholarships and need-based aid are open to international students. Published minimum English scores: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115.
First-year international students are automatically considered for merit scholarships and can apply for need-based aid via the school's Certification of Finances form. Whether admission is need-blind for them is unclear.
Getting in. The school admits 63.9% of applicants (2,091 of 3,270). Admitted students scored around Reading and Writing 610–710, Math 590–710, ACT 24–31. The SAT and ACT are optional: a score counts if you send one, and you can still apply without it. For English, the school asks for IELTS 6.5+, TOEFL iBT 80+ or Duolingo 115+.
Cost for a year. One year comes to 75,558 USD, before any scholarship. 2 scholarships come with an amount, but none says international students can apply, so nothing is taken off yet.
Deadline and visa. The application deadline is 1/11. You apply through Lawrence Application. How long the visa takes is up to the consulate; see the country note.
Admissions checked 10/10/2026Cost checked 10/10/2026
What is the tuition at Lawrence University?
International tuition is 61,407 USD per year. The total cost for one year is 75,558 USD.
Does Lawrence University offer scholarships for international students?
Merit scholarships and need-based aid are open to international students. First-year international students are automatically considered for merit scholarships and can apply for need-based aid via the school's Certification of Finances form. Whether admission is need-blind for them is unclear.
What English scores does Lawrence University require?
Published minimum English scores: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115.
What is the acceptance rate at Lawrence University?
The acceptance rate is 63.9%.
- Pay in fullYesPay in fullOnce admitted you can enrol straight away — no scholarship decision to wait for.Your family covers all tuition and living costs for every year of the degree.You will need: your application and proof that your family can pay — the school needs it to issue your visa documents.
- Aid with the offerUnclearAid with the offerThe school decides aid while reviewing your application, so any need-based or merit award arrives with the offer.The school has merit scholarships for international students, but does not say whether they are automatic or need their own application.
- Apply separately for scholarshipsUnclearApply separately for scholarshipsOn top of the admission application, you send a separate scholarship application or get nominated.The pages we read mention no scholarship with its own application. Not seeing one does not mean there is none — ask the school.
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Tuition and cost for a year
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What a year costs
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Scholarships and aid for international students
- Is merit considered automatically with the application?UnclearThe passage says merit review is automatic, but it does not mention international students; it is a general page for all applicants.
- Is admission need-blind for international applicants?UnclearThe pages do not say whether admission decisions ignore international students' ability to pay, so this cannot be determined.
- Is the CSS Profile or a school aid form required?YesStudents must submit the school's own Lawrence University Certification of Finances form plus supporting documents, and no substitute forms are accepted.
Scholarships at this school
Academic Merit ScholarshipsIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
- Renewable in later years
Conservatory ScholarshipsIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.TalentTalentFor talent in arts, music or athletics, judged by portfolio, audition or tryout.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
The page does not specifically address international students for Conservatory scholarships.
- Renewable in later years
Ted Cloak Century ScholarshipIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.TalentTalentFor talent in arts, music or athletics, judged by portfolio, audition or tryout.Separate application requiredSchool page
The page does not state international eligibility for this scholarship.
U.S. student figures2024–25Financial aid for all first-year studentsMostly U.S. students, who also get U.S. government aid that international students cannot apply for. A picture of the school's overall aid, not what you would receive.
Admission requirements
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SAT / ACT of enrolled students
English
Application requirements
- High-school transcriptRequired
- English proficiencyRequired
- Proof of fundsRequired
How to apply
Minimum English scores vs other schools
Compared with 190 United States schools admitting 40–70% that publish it in Duckling's data.
Compared with 164 United States schools admitting 40–70% that publish it in Duckling's data.
Deadlines
- Early Decision (binding) application deadline (ED)Applicationin17days
- Early Action – Conservatory Applicants application deadline (EA)Application+17 days
- Early Decision notification (ED)Decision+47 days
- Early Action application deadline (EA)Application+47 days
- Early Action – Conservatory Applicants notification (EA)Decision+92 days
- Early Decision 2 (binding) application deadline (ED2)Application+92 days
- Regular Decision application deadline (RD)Application+92 days
- Early Decision 2 notification (ED2)Decision+109 days
- Regular Decision notification (RD)Decision+168 days
What the school weighs in admission
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery important
- Class rankVery important
- GPAVery important
- Talent / abilityVery important
- Character / personal qualitiesVery important
- Application essayImportant
- InterviewImportant
- Extracurricular activitiesImportant
- SATACTConsidered
- Level of applicant's interestConsidered
- RecommendationsConsidered
- First generationConsidered
- Geographical residenceConsidered
- Volunteer workConsidered
- Work experienceConsidered
- Alumni relationNot considered
- State residencyNot considered
- Religious affiliationNot considered
Admission odds in numbers
Early rounds & waitlist
AP credit by subject
Lowest score that earns credit or placement, as the college reported to College Board. This is not an admission requirement. One exam can have several rows: a higher score sometimes earns more credit. Policy page the college gave College Board
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Staying in United States after graduation
OPT: 12 months of work in your field after each degree level; degrees on the DHS STEM list can extend by 24 months (up to 36 months in total). Unemployment during OPT is capped at 90 days (150 days with the STEM extension). Note: on 8 October 2026 DHS published a PROPOSED rule charging USD 70,000 for initial OPT and USD 30,000 for later OPT; it is not in force, and comments close on 9 November 2026.
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Why this school is listed: accepts applications through the Common App.
Updated 12/10/2026How Duckling sources data