Lawrence University

What is the cost of studying for a year at Lawrence University?

Lawrence is a private university with the same published undergraduate tuition for Wisconsin residents and students from other states. In the 2024-25 cost figures, full-time tuition was $56,670 and required fees were $312. Those charges are the starting price, not necessarily what a student pays after aid.

• 2024-25 full-time tuition and required fees: $56,982.
• Typical annual housing and dining charges: $12,972.
• Estimated books and supplies: $900.

Together, those listed items come to about $70,854 for the academic year, before transportation, personal expenses, and any other applicable costs. This is a calculation using the same reported cost period, not a current individualized aid offer. Students should use Lawrence's cost-of-attendance estimate for their intended year and living arrangement when comparing colleges.

Grant aid can substantially change the comparison. In the reported aid data, undergraduate grant awards averaged $40,851 across the specified grant sources, while 49% of students had student loans. Average net price also varied with family income; for families earning up to $48,000, the reported average was $13,332. Such averages combine students with different circumstances and should not be subtracted mechanically from the published price.

Eligible students may receive institutional merit or need-based assistance, federal grants and loans, and applicable state or military education benefits. Aid applications and deadlines affect what a student can be considered for. The most useful comparison is each college's actual aid offer, separating grants that do not need repayment from loans and expected student earnings.

What are the work-study opportunities at Lawrence University?

Lawrence students can pursue part-time campus employment, while eligible students may also receive a Federal Work-Study award through financial aid. Work-Study is not a grant paid upfront: students generally earn wages by working an approved job, and an award does not guarantee placement or that they will earn its full amount.

Students should check Lawrence's student-employment listings and hiring instructions for openings, hours, and eligibility. An ordinary campus job may be available without a Work-Study award, but its wages still depend on hours worked. Career-related employment and internships serve a different purpose: they may build experience, and students should verify pay, academic-credit rules, and scheduling separately. Lawrence does not require every student to complete an internship.