Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Easton, Pennsylvania |
| Online | lafayette.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Lafayette College is a private liberal arts institution located in Easton, Pennsylvania, within close proximity to both New York City and Philadelphia. Founded in 1826, the college stands on a suburban campus distinguished by a blend of traditional collegiate Gothic architecture and modern facilities. It hosts a diverse undergraduate student body and is notable for a curriculum that integrates the liberal arts with engineering, emphasizing a cross-disciplinary approach. Lafayette offers a range of majors, with engineering, economics, and psychology among the most popular. The college provides residential living options, with the majority of students living on campus throughout their tenure. Application to Lafayette is highly selective, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. While Lafayette participates in NCAA Division I for athletics, it is particularly recognized for its longstanding football rivalry with nearby Lehigh University.
In the most recent statistical year 10,500 prospective students applied, and 3,531 were granted admission. Of those admitted 757 enrolled in the school. 2,712 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 17 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $58,110 plus fees of $1,258. Lafayette College is ranked 65 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
Lafayette College is rated within the top 15% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Lafayette College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#65 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#59 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#402 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#35 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1330/1480 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| GPA | 3.53 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,258 |
| Room and Board | $17,336 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,150 |
| Total One Year Cost | $78,854 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 33% |
| Engineering | 19% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=213385 IPEDS survey data for Lafayette College.
Current students may use the Lafayette College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.