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About St. Lawrence
Since the primary commitment of the University is to the intellectual development of the student, it encourages styles of learning that promote creativity, intellectual resourcefulness and flexibility. In particular , the University recognizes the need to be responsive to new dimensions of knowledge, to promising new techniques of learning and to the development of individual talents. Hence, St. Lawrence has established curricular objectives that include:

1. A depth of understanding in at least one field of study;
2. The ability to read, write, speak and listen well;
3. The ability to conduct research and to think critically;
4. An understanding of diverse cultures;
5. An understanding of scientific principles and methods;
6. An understanding of the natural environment;
7. An expansion of aesthetic sensibilities and capacities; and
8. A personal ethic of considered values.

The University’s long tradition of preparing its students for various professions and its deep respect for excellence in teaching and learning at all levels further commit it to a graduate program in education.

The University is also committed to the goal of fostering excellent teaching in its faculty and to assisting its members to realize their full potential as teachers. Effective teaching cannot be divorced from professional competence in the subject matter taught. Active scholarship is strongly encouraged, and the University commits itself to supporting this scholarship through the provision of time and resources. A primary commitment to the students’ intellectual development is complemented by recognition of students as whole persons living in a culturally diverse world. For this reason, the University also provides an environment that encourages the students’ physical well-being and provides opportunities for moral, social, religious and aesthetic growth, and encourages an expanding sense of responsibility for and service to humanity.

Enrollment
St. Lawrence enrolls 2,100-2,200 undergraduate students from 43 states and 46 nations, and about 120 graduate students in a non-residential Master of Education program. Over 95% of the undergraduates reside on campus. About 11% of its students represent U.S. ethnic diversity.