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St. Lawrence University was established on April 3, 1856, in Canton, New York. It was founded by the leaders of the Universalist Church as a Preparatory Department to provide a foundation for theological study. The university, which was named after the St. Lawrence River, is beautifully nestled upon nearly 1,000 acres. St. Lawrence University offers a wide variety of degrees and programs including those in geology-physics, creative writing, science, applied statistics, and computer science.
St. Lawrence University is a member of the Liberty League Athletic Conference. The sports teams participate in squash, basketball, volleyball, ice hockey, golf, tennis, soccer, and cross country. Students also have access to organizations such as the African Student Union, the History Society, the Student Alumni Association, the Society of United Laurentians, Promoting Equality And Compassion on Earth, and the Environmental Action Organization.
The main campus of St Lawrence University is in Canton, NY (a self-contained town). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. St Lawrence University offers degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to mathematics, drama and performing arts, fine arts, therapy and counseling, and liberal arts.
St Lawrence University does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 34% of people who applied to the school were accepted.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at St Lawrence University are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, the school had 2,319 enrolled students.
Many students at St Lawrence University live in campus housing. The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
St Lawrence University
23 Romoda Drive
Canton, NY 13617
General Phone: (315) 229-5011
http://www.stlawu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 278 | economics, political science, history, English, social studies, sociology, Spanish language, anthropology, ... |
| Science | 72 | biology, geology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry, geophysics, biophysics |
| Education and Teaching | 57 | education, school counseling, educational administration, educational supervision |
| Therapy and Counseling | 51 | psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology |
| Mathematics | 29 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Fine Arts | 17 | fine arts |
| Medicine | 14 | neuroscience |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 13 | drama |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 12 | environmental studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 7 | philosophy, religion |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer and info science |
| Music | 3 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for St Lawrence University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 499 | 32 |
| Master's degree | 49 | 6 |
| Post-master's certificate | 9 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, St Lawrence University had a total enrollment of 2,319 students (2,227 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 92% |
| Graduate | 8% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 20% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 46% |
| 20-21 | 39% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
St Lawrence University offers campus housing for 2,087 of its 2,227 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Canton, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 5,419 | 1,829 | 34% | 616 | 34% |
| Men | 2,732 | 836 | 31% | 282 | 34% |
| Women | 2,687 | 993 | 37% | 334 | 34% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| 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 | $ 37,915 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 37,915 |
| Room and board | $ 9,645 |
| Room charge | $ 5,185 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,460 |
| Books and supplies | $ 650 |
| Other expenses | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
St Lawrence University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 282900)
St Lawrence University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 33 | $97,195 | 10 | $97,430 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 26 | $78,562 | 38 | $70,941 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 38 | $58,168 | 36 | $59,722 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $51,806 | 4 | $54,900 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 101 | $75,917 | 89 | $68,249 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
| Basketball | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
| Track | Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 21 | 18 | 39 |
| All Other Sports | 21 | 18 | 39 |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biophysics
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Geophysics and Seismology
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets St Lawrence University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in science (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
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 Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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