Measure | Difficulty | |
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Admission Standards | Exceptional | |
Applicant Competition | Low |
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How hard is it to get into Lawrence and can I get accepted? The school has a 62% acceptance rate ranking it #6 in Wisconsin for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,150 out of 3,463 applicants were admitted making Lawrence a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has extremely high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 23 percent. Lawrence University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Only 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 25th | 600 |
SAT Math 25th | 600 |
SAT Composite 25th | 1200 |
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 75th | 700 |
SAT Math 75th | 730 |
SAT Composite 75th | 1430 |
Average SAT Score | 1320 |
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Lawrence University?
Lawrence University typically requires applicants to be in the top 24 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1200 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1080. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1320 out of 1600. The school ranks #2 in Wisconsin for highest average SAT composite score. 31 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classSAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
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1430 and Above | Good | >74% |
1315 to 1430 | Avg + | 62%-74% |
1200 to 1315 | Avg - | 49%-62% |
1085 to 1200 | Reach | 36%-49% |
Less than 1085 | Low | <36% |
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ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 25th | 25 |
ACT Math 25th | 24 |
ACT Composite 25th | 25 |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 75th | 34 |
ACT Math 75th | 29 |
ACT Composite 75th | 32 |
Average ACT Score | 28 |
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Lawrence?
Admission data indicates that Lawrence regularly accepts students with ACT's of 25 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 22 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 22 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 28 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 32 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #2 in Wisconsin for highest average ACT composite score. 41 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Lawrence University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
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32 and Above | Good | >75% |
28 to 32 | Avg + | 62%-75% |
25 to 28 | Avg - | 51%-62% |
22 to 25 | Reach | 40%-51% |
Less than 22 | Low | <40% |
What GPA do you need to get into Lawrence University?
Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Lawrence. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Lawrence University was 3.7 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #2 in Wisconsin for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Lawrence accepts 62% of students who apply.
High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
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3.75+ | 53% | Good |
3.50 to 3.75 | 18% | Avg - |
3.25 to 3.50 | 13% | Avg - |
3.00 to 3.25 | 10% | Reach |
2.75 to 3.00 | 6% | Reach |
2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
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76% of Lawrence University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
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Top 10% of class | 42% |
Top 25% of class | 76% |
Top 50% of class | 97% |
Bottom 50% of class | 3% |
Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Women | Men | Total | |
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Applied | 1,772 | 1,691 | 3,463 |
Accepted | 1,188 | 962 | 2,150 |
Acceptance Rate | 67% | 57% | 62% |
Enrolled | 221 | 165 | 386 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 19% | 17% | 18% |
The application deadline for Fall 2021 has passed. Applications were due on Feb 15, 2021.
What are the requirements for admission to Lawrence University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Recommended |
High School GPA | Required |
High School Class Rank | Required |
Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
Recommendations | Required |
Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=239017 IPEDS survey data for Lawrence University.
31% of students submit their SAT scores to Lawrence. 41% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
62% of those who apply are granted admission to Lawrence. Admission competition is low and the college has exceptional admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1200 and 1430. 31% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 32. 41% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.