Admissions Overview
The admission process at Lawrence University has a 72% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Lawrence University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
72%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
2,943
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
17%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Lawrence University has a 72% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Lawrence University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Lawrence University. About 26% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,210 to 1,460. Additionally, about 33% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 32.
SAT Scores
26% of students submitted400
1600
1210 – 1460
200
800
610 – 740
200
800
600 – 720
ACT Scores
33% of students submitted1
36
27 – 32
1
36
26 – 35
1
36
24 – 29
Admission Statistics
2,943 students applied to Lawrence. Of those, 72% were accepted (2,127 students). Of these 2,127 accepted students, 364 chose to enroll.
2,943
Total Applicants
2,127
Students Admitted
364
Students Enrolled
72%
Acceptance Rate