Applying to St. Lawrence
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We don't want an application fee to come between you and your ability to see yourself in our community. That's why we made it free to apply.
Application Options
You have a choice between two applications for admission to St. Lawrence. We encourage you to use the one most comfortable for you.
Start Your Common Application Start Your St. Lawrence Application
Ways to Apply and Deadlines
| Ways to Apply | Application Details | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision | Early Decision is the best option if we're your first choice and you're prepared to commit to St. Lawrence if accepted. | Nov. 1—Feb. 2 |
| Early Action | Early Action is the best option if you feel confident St. Lawrence is a good fit. You'll know your Admissions decision sooner and have flexibility in making your final choice. | Dec. 1 |
| Regular Decision | Regular Decision is our standard admission application. | Feb. 2 |
| Transfer, Spring Entry | Spring entry will provide you a seamless mid-year transition into our close-knit community. | Nov. 3 |
| Transfer, Fall Entry | Fall entry means you'll start your St. Lawrence experience from day one of the academic year. | March 2 |
Our Admissions Process
You are so much more than a transcript and test score to us, which is why we believe in a holistic approach to admissions. This means we consider your academic achievements along with your activities, interests, and aspirations.
The St. Lawrence Affordability Compass
Our bold commitment to access and opportunity. Our Affordability Compass helps students and their families navigate the cost of a St. Lawrence education with confidence and clarity. It eliminates tuition for some, significantly reduces student debt for many, and ensures affordability for all through predictable contribution levels based on family income and assets.
We’ll evaluate your academic record individually, while looking at the context of what’s offered at your school. Competitive candidates to St. Lawrence typically present a transcript that shows:
- Four years of English
- At least three years of mathematics (algebra 1, geometry, and algebra 2 at minimum)
- At least three years of sciences (at least two of which should be lab sciences)
- At least three years of social studies (history, government, economics, sociology, geography, etc.)
- At least three years of ancient or modern world language, and/or American Sign Language
- Elective courses of interest
We’re looking for students who will positively contribute to our campus community; we want to know about your extracurricular and co-curricular activities, outside hobbies and interests, volunteer and work experience, and civic engagement.
If you have a strong high school record, we welcome your application regardless of how you performed on your SAT or ACT.
Students whose native language is not English and who are not attending an English-speaking school must submit either TOEFL or IELTS scores as proof of English language proficiency.
We gladly accept self-reported scores during the application process. Should you decide to enroll at St. Lawrence, you will need to provide official test scores from the testing agency or your high school.
Please note: your admission decision could be at risk if your self-reported scores differ in any way from your official score reports.
Indicate on your Common Application or St. Lawrence Application which scores, if any, you wish to be considered in the application process.
- List St. Lawrence University as a recipient institution when registering for exams to ensure the testing agency sends us your report; use the appropriate school code:
- SAT/TOEFL code: 2805
- ACT code: 2896
- If you decide to submit your scores, St. Lawrence will now accept self-reported scores at the time of your application. This means that you can send us your scores through:
- An official score report sent by the testing agency (SAT/TOEFL code: 2805; ACT code: 2896)
- Via email from your high school counselor
- On your official high school transcript (if your school includes test scores on transcripts)
- Self-reported by sending a screenshot or PDF of your full student score report to admissions@stlawu.edu (the screenshot or PDF must include your full name)
- If you’ve taken a test multiple times, please submit all of the results. You should not convert, superscore, or recalculate your self-reported scores in any fashion.
We gladly accept self-reported scores during the application process. Should you decide to enroll at St. Lawrence, you will need to provide official test scores from the testing agency or your high school.
Please note: your admission decision could be at risk if your self-reported scores differ in any way from your official score reports.
Your Application Checklist
- St. Lawrence Application or Common Application
- Official copy of your high school transcript
- Official standardized exam scores (optional for most applicants). We gladly accept self-reported scores during the application process, but official scores are required upon enrollment. See our policy for more details.
- Counselor letter of recommendation
- Two academic recommendations from teachers who have taught you in high school
- Resume (optional)
Next Steps
You've submitted your application to St. Lawrence. So, what's next? Schedule a campus visit, connect with our community, and explore how St. Lawrence can be your home away from home for the next four years.
Visit St. Lawrence
We're excited to welcome you to campus! Register for an upcoming Visit Day, take a personalized on-campus tour, explore our virtual tour, or attend an upcoming Open House.
Optional Interview
By “interview,” we really mean “casual conversation between you and your Admissions Counselor to get to know one another." Interviews aren’t required but are encouraged and convenient to complete during your visit.
Confirm Your Enrollment
Accepted to St. Lawrence? Congratulations! We can't wait to welcome you to our vibrant community. Make it official by confirming your enrollment.