St. Lawrence University is a vibrant, collaborative community of learners who value thought and action. Students tap their full potential as they embrace the natural environment, engage with global challenges, and experience the relevance and adventure of a liberal arts education in a complex and changing world.
The mission of St. Lawrence University is to provide an inspiring and demanding undergraduate education in the liberal arts to students selected for their seriousness of purpose and intellectual promise.
Fast Facts
Colors
Scarlet & Brown
Scarlet & Brown
President
William L. Fox '75
William L. Fox '75
Alma Mater
Alma Mater,
by J. Kimball Gannon '24
Alma Mater,
by J. Kimball Gannon '24
Fall 2017 Enrollment
2,414 Undergraduate
79 Graduate
79 Graduate
2,493 Total Enrollment
20% Students of Diversity
20% Students of Diversity
56% Female Students
44% Male Students
44% Male Students
students from 43 states and 53 countries
The Class of 2021
5,866 Applicants
48% Accepted
48% Accepted
698 Total Enrollment
34% Early Decision
34% Early Decision
100%
Received Some Form
of Aid or Merit
Received Some Form
of Aid or Merit
Academic Programs
Fall and Spring Semesters
optional summer terms
Degrees Granted
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Education, Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Administration
design your own course of study as a multi-field major
Most Popular Majors (Class of 2016)
Economics, Psychology, Biology, Government, English
Several pre-professional programs and combined engineering, nursing and MBA programs
3 graduate programs in education (general studies, counseling and human development, educational leadership)
St. Lawrence is accredited by Middle States and CAEP
optional summer terms
Degrees Granted
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Education, Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Administration
69 majors 40 minors
design your own course of study as a multi-field major
Most Popular Majors (Class of 2016)
Economics, Psychology, Biology, Government, English
Several pre-professional programs and combined engineering, nursing and MBA programs
3 graduate programs in education (general studies, counseling and human development, educational leadership)
St. Lawrence is accredited by Middle States and CAEP
Campus & Location
94 buildings on 1,000 acres
Student Life
99%
Live on Campus
Live on Campus
100+
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
77% Participate
in Volunteer Work
in Volunteer Work
16 residence halls 6 Greek chapters
Several theme houses and other communities
Several theme houses and other communities
Campus food has been nationally ranked by Princeton Review and The Daily Meal
Off-Campus Study
52% of the Class of 2015
studied off campus
studied off campus
30 off-campus study programs in 25 countries
Additional opportunities available through ISEP
Additional opportunities available through ISEP
5 off-campus study programs in the US
Study abroad programs open to first-year students
Faculty & Staff
98% Possess
Highest Terminal Degree
Highest Terminal Degree
176 Full-time Faculty
17%
Faculty of Color
Faculty of Color
11:1 student to faculty ratio
Average class size 16
Average class size 16
Athletics
96%
Involved in Athletic Activities
Involved in Athletic Activities
32 Varsity teams 25+ Club and intramural teams
Men's and women's hockey compete at the NCAA Division I Level
most others in Division III
After St. Lawrence
96.9% of the Class of 2015 were employed or enrolled in graduate or professional schools within a year after Commencement
47% of St. Lawrence students pursue an advanced degree within five years of graduating
History
Founded
April 3, 1856
by leaders of the Universalist Church,a progressive Christian denomination.
Oldest continuously coeducational institution
Considerable growth in enrollment led to expansion of physical plant following World War II.
First international study program inaugurated in 1964.
Curriculum, off-campus programs, physical plantand learning technologies expanded in first decade of 21st century.
Author Lorrie Moore,
are among St. Lawrence’s notable alumni.
April 3, 1856
by leaders of the Universalist Church,a progressive Christian denomination.
Oldest continuously coeducational institution
of higher learning in New York State.
Considerable growth in enrollment led to expansion of physical plant following World War II.
First international study program inaugurated in 1964.
Curriculum, off-campus programs, physical plantand learning technologies expanded in first decade of 21st century.
Author Lorrie Moore,
United States Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME)
and Rep. Katherine Clark (D-MA),
actors Kirk Douglas and Viggo Mortensen,
and singer/songwriter Grace Potter
are among St. Lawrence’s notable alumni.