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  1. A Large crowd of students and community members gathered outdoors at St. Lawrence University’s campus, surrounded by trees and academic buildings. Booths and tables line the walkway during a vibrant campus event. A U.S. News and World Report “Best Colleges 2026” badge is displayed in the foreground of the image.

    St. Lawrence Named One of the Nation’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report

    St. Lawrence University has once again been recognized as one of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

  2. A group of students sitting outside on a sunny day, smiling and clapping during an event at Saint Lawrence University.

    Happiest Students. Best Science Labs. Most Accessible Professors. Princeton Review Names St. Lawrence a 2026 Standout

    St. Lawrence University has earned high marks across the board in The Princeton Review’s 2026 college rankings, securing its place once again among the “Best 391 Colleges” and appearing on Top-25 lists in 12 different categories.

  3. Erika Barthlemess, wearing a florescent orange vest, stands in front of a group of Saint Lawrence students and explains a research sample collection process. The group is outside in the woods.

    Q&A: Meet Professor Erika Barthelmess

    From hands-on field trips to guided meditation, Erika Barthelmess creates a learning environment that’s as dynamic and engaging as the natural world she studies.

  4. A group of students gathers in a circle outdoors, listening attentively to an instructor with a green backpack. The group is standing on a leaf-covered forest floor, holding notebooks and dressed for a field experience. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a warm, autumn atmosphere.

    St. Lawrence Partners with Duke for Fast-Track Environmental Master’s Program

    St. Lawrence University students aiming for careers in environmental management or forestry now have a unique opportunity to fast-track their education, thanks to a new partnership with Duke University’s prestigious Nicholas School of the Environment. Through a newly established 3:2 Cooperative College Program, high-achieving students can earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in just five years.

  5. A college campus in autumn with vibrant trees. A historic stone building with arched windows is shown, with a student walking along a path. A badge reads 'Wall Street Journal Best Colleges 2025.'

    St. Lawrence University Recognized in 2025 Wall Street Journal’s Best College Rankings

    St. Lawrence University is recognized among the nation's 500 top colleges in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 Best Colleges rankings. The University's exceptional commitment to the student experience, bolstered by strong feedback from undergraduates and young alumni, was a major contributor to the ranking.

  6. Group of OL cheering, holding "Welcome Home" sign

    St. Lawrence Welcomes Academically Distinguished Class of 2028

    Members of the Class of 2028 begin their St. Lawrence adventure as one of the most academically distinguished cohorts in the University’s history. Tied with last year’s class for the record-high average GPA of 93, and with nearly half graduating in the top 10 percent of their high school classes, these new Laurentians are ready to explore, learn, and make a significant impact within our dynamic and supportive campus community.

  7. Ed Harcourt and Norah Kuduk sit in a classroom and focus on a large wall-mounted screen displaying a coding interface and a mobile app prototype.

    A Computer Scientists Perspective on AI

    Charles A. Dana Professor of Computer Science Ed Harcourt has been working with AI for more than three decades, starting in grad school. These days, he says upper-level students are leveraging the...

  8. A group of diverse St. Lawrence graduates wearing black graduation caps and gowns stand in a line, smiling. The graduates include a woman with curly brown hair, a woman with blue hair, and a man with a beard. There are nternational flags in the background. The mood is celebratory and proud.

    St. Lawrence Climbs Even Higher in The Princeton Review Rankings for Alumni Network, Internships, and Impact

    The Princeton Review named St. Lawrence to its list of “Best Value Colleges” for 2024, noting its high return on investment for students and recent grads.

  9. Photo of three students, 2 in blue robes escorting a new inductee to her induction.

    St. Lawrence Recognizes 2024 Moving-Up Day Award Winners

    St. Lawrence University announces its 2023-24 Moving-Up Day academic award winners, as well as Phi Beta Kappa and Omicron Delta Kappa’s newest inductees.

  10. A group of students learn how to use microphones and audio equipment in a studio designed for podcasting. One student stands up and manages controls while others look on.

    Meet Our Six New Majors

    Over the past two years, St. Lawrence has added six new bachelor's degree programs across disciplines. These programs represent cutting-edge fields in which graduates are in high demand and future Laurentians will excel thanks to their liberal arts education.