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 2018 Enrollment
2,441 Undergraduate
81 Graduate
81 Graduate
2,522 Total Enrollment
20% Students of Diversity
20% Students of Diversity
55% Female Students
45% Male Students
45% Male Students
students from 42 states and 60 countries
The Class of 2022
6,458 Applicants
46% Accepted
46% Accepted
643 Total Enrollment
36% Early Decision
36% 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 2017)
Economics, Business in the Liberal Arts, Biology, Psychology, Government
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 41 minors
design your own course of study as a multi-field major
Most Popular Majors (Class of 2017)
Economics, Business in the Liberal Arts, Biology, Psychology, Government
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
98%
Live on Campus
Live on Campus
100+
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
79% 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
51% of the Class of 2017
studied off campus
studied off campus
30 off-campus study programs in 20 countries
Additional opportunities available through ISEP
Additional opportunities available through ISEP
4 off-campus study programs in the US
Study abroad programs open to first-year students
Faculty & Staff
99% Possess
Highest Terminal Degree
Highest Terminal Degree
171 Full-time Faculty
14%
Faculty of Color
Faculty of Color
11:1 student to faculty ratio
Average class size 17
Average class size 17
Athletics
88%
Involved in Athletic Activities
Involved in Athletic Activities
34 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
95% of the Class of 2018 were employed or enrolled in graduate or professional schools within a year after Commencement
44% 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.