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Lawrence University is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college, and is located in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States. It was established in 1847 as the Lawrence Institute and the classes started on November 12, 1849. The institution received its present name in 1964. The university campus spreads across 425 acres of land. The college is known for the plethora of degrees in liberal arts that it offers.
The college fields more than 20 intercollegiate sports teams, nicknamed the Vikings. The official mascot is the Viking. The students participate in intercollegiate basketball, soccer, cross country, track and field, hockey, swimming and diving, fencing, tennis, etc. The students are also encouraged to participate in musical events and various other activities.
The campus of Lawrence is in Appleton, WI, which is a small city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Lawrence include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Lawrence is known for its programs in mathematics, science, music, art studies, drama and performing arts, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Lawrence has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007, Lawrence had 1,443 students enrolled (1,410 full-time equivalent).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Lawrence offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Midwest Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Lawrence University
College Ave
Appleton, WI 54912
General Phone: (920) 832-7000
http://www.lawrence.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 128 | political science, English, history, anthropology, economics, Classical languages, interdisciplinary studies, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 69 | biology, biological and physical sciences, physics, chemistry, geology |
| Music | 43 | music performance, music, music theory and composition |
| Therapy And Counseling | 18 | psychology |
| Education And Teaching | 13 | music teaching |
| Religion And Philosophy | 11 | religion, philosophy |
| Art Studies | 9 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 7 | drama |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 6 | environmental studies |
| Fine Arts | 4 | art history and criticism |
Number of programs and degrees for Lawrence in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 316 | 34 |
In 2007, Lawrence had a total enrollment of 1,443 students (1,410 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 42% |
| 20-21 | 45% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
| Part-Time | 82 % |
Lawrence offers campus housing for 1,342 of its 1,410 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Appleton, Wisconsin for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Wisconsin Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,599 | 1,445 | 56% | 357 | 25% |
| Men | 1,181 | 592 | 50% | 169 | 29% |
| Women | 1,418 | 853 | 60% | 188 | 22% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 31,080 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 31,080 |
| Room and board | $ 6,690 |
| Room charge | $ 3,081 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,609 |
| Books and supplies | $ 675 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,205 |
Financial Aid:
Lawrence participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 385600)
Lawrence has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 56 | 20 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 29 | 16 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 16 | 16 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 27 | $79,504 | 6 | $69,379 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 30 | $62,181 | 15 | $60,402 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 35 | $49,527 | 17 | $49,407 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $39,293 | 6 | $41,475 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 4 | $35,000 | 8 | $35,000 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 101 | $60,217 | 52 | $51,751 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Midwest Conference |
| Basketball | Midwest Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Conference |
| Track | Midwest Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Music Teacher Education
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Russian Studies
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lawrence Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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