Lawrence University

Lawrence University requires a minimum of 216 units to complete a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Lawrence University, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Lawrence University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Lawrence University does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 80% of students who start college at Lawrence University graduate within six years.

Lawrence University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program		X
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available		X
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Lawrence University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At Lawrence University?

Lawrence University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Lawrence University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Lawrence University

When choosing a major, Lawrence University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Lawrence University.

Student Designed Majors

Lawrence University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major.

Double Majoring at Lawrence University

Lawrence University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lawrence University

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Does Lawrence University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Lawrence University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Lawrence University Have An Online Program?

❌ Lawrence University does not have distance learning options or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Lawrence University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Lawrence University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Lawrence University Have An Honors Program?

❌ Lawrence University does not offer an honors program or a Freshman Honor College.

Does Lawrence University Require Internships?

❌ Lawrence University studets are not required to complete an internship.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Lawrence University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About Lawrence University

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Lawrence University Library

The main library on campus is the Seeley G. Mudd Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Lawrence University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Lawrence University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Columbia University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Washington University in St. Louis

•3-2 dual degree program in forestry with Duke University

•Occupational therapy with Washington University in St. Louis, law with Marquette University, public health with Medical College of Wisconsin

ROTC

Does Lawrence University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Lawrence University does not have any ROTC programs.

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