Lawrence University, USA 2023-24 Admissions: Application Deadlines, Admission Process & Entry Requirements

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Lawrence University is currently home to students from 50 countries all over the globe. The international student population at Lawrence University is 15% and applicants need to have an average GPA of 3.5 (87-89%) or higher in high school. SAT/ACT scores are optional, however, overseas students can be submitted as proof of proficiency in English.

Programs offered at Lawrence University include Bachelor degrees in Arts and Music. The University follows a trimester academic calendar and accepts applications for the Fall, Winter and Spring sessions. Lawrence University does not follow an open admissions policy, meaning no applications after the deadlines are considered. The application deadlines usually last from November 1 to January 15.

Highlights

Application portal	Common Application and Lawrence Application.
Application fee	Nil
Acceptance rate	62%
Average SAT score	1200-1430
Average ACT score	25-32
Number of countries represented	50
Retention rate	87%
Graduation rate	79%
Academic calendar	Trimester
Intake seasons	Fall, winter and spring
Employment rate	92%
English proficiency tests	TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo

Lawrence University First Year Admission Deadlines

Candidates planning to study at Lawrence University are advised to start the application procedure a couple of months before the start date of the deadlines. First-year international applicants should keep the following admission deadlines in mind:

First-year students: Application round	Application Deadline	Admission Notification	Student Decision Deadline
Early decision (binding)	November 1	December 1	December 15
Early Action 1	November 1	December 15	May 1
Early Action 2	December 1	January 25	May 1
Regular Decision	January 15	April 1	May 1

Note- It is to be noted that the regular decision deadline had been extended till March 1, 2023. The following deadlines are to be followed in case of international transfer student admission:

Entry term	Application deadline	Certification of finances deadline	Admission and scholarship notification
Fall	April 1	April 6	May 15
Winter	November 1	November 6	November 15
Spring	February 1	February 6	February 15

Lawrence University International Student Admissions

Lawrence University only accepts undergraduate students for admission. A GPA of 3.5 or above is recommended for international students planning to apply at this university.

Application portal- Common Application and Lawrence Application.
Application fee- No Fee

The documents required for admissions are as follows:

Secondary and higher secondary school reports
Letter of Recommendation by an academic teacher in Mathematics, Science, English or Social Sciences
Secondary school transcripts
Scores of standardized exams to study in USA (ACT/SAT scores)
Scanned copy of Passport
Certificate of Finance form
Health insurance (compulsory for all international applicants0
Medical records must be stating the physical condition of the student, including any disabilities)

English Proficiency Requirements

English proficiency test scores are mandatory for international students if they wish to enrol at Lawrence University. SAT, TOEFL, ACT, IELTS and Duolingo test scores are accepted. The institute’s code for SAT and TOEFL is 1398. For ACT, the code is 4596. The minimum score requirements are:

Test	Minimum required score
TOEFL iBT	80
TOEFL CBT	217
TOEFL PBT	553
IELTS	6.5
Duolingo	105
SAT	580 (evidence-based reading and writing)
ACT	24 (English/writing)

Visa process for international students

International students who wish to study in the USA need to apply for a student visa. Usually, after accepting applications, universities issue an i-20 form required to obtain a student visa. To generate an i-20 form from Lawrence University, the following documents are required:

Official financial records (within the last six months) showing proof of adequate funds. A financial statement can be in the form of bank statements, retirement plans (e.g., an IRA) or salary slips of sponsors.
Sponsor’s Affidavit of Financial Support. All sponsors will be required to sign a sponsor’s affidavit of financial support and provide financial statements.
Official passport copy.

Once Lawrence University issues the i-20 form, students are required to file an F-1 or J-1 student visa application and pay the SEVIS fee which is 350 USD. To pay the SEVIS fee, a student should provide a passport, i-20 form and credit or debit card.

Students should then fill up the I-901 and pay the fee before contacting the US Embassy/Consulate for a VISA appointment. The documents required to apply for an F-1 student visa are as follows:

A valid passport that is active approximately 6 months beyond the student’s stay in the US
Acceptance letter from Lawrence University and i-20 form.
Complete DS-160 form confirmation and non-immigrant visa application.
Form i-20.
Photograph in the requested format and number.
Academic transcripts including degrees or diplomas from all the institutions formerly attended.
IELTS/TOEFL scores as proof of proficiency in English
Visa application form and fees.
Evidence of financial support through bank statements or sponsorship letters from a sponsor.
Scholarship letter (if applicable)
J-1 students will require a current employment verification letter.
Air ticket indicating the student’s departure from the US once the course is completed.

After the documents have been scrutinized and verified, Students will be required to appear in an interview. Upon clearing the interview, the student will get a stamp issued on the passport which will act as a visa to study in the US.

Lawrence University Transfer Admission

Lawrence University is a transfer-friendly institution and international students can resume their degree at Lawrence after they have completed the required credits at their home university. However, it is required that the degree the candidate was pursuing is equivalent to a degree they are applying to at Lawrence University. The requirements for transfer admission are as follows:

Official academic transcripts reviewed by global evaluators like Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES).
Academic letter of recommendation from a college professor of Mathematics, Science, English or Social Sciences.
A GPA of 2.75 or higher. (80-82%)
College and high school reports
English proficiency test scores like TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT, ACT are accepted.
Scanned copy of official passport page.
Interview.
Personal essay or Statement of Purpose
Financial documentation to verify proof of adequate funds for covering tuition, living costs, miscellaneous etc.
Audition, musical resume, recommendations from music teachers for students interested in music.

Lawrence University Undergraduate Admissions

Lawrence University offers 50+ undergraduate programs with 39 majors, 40 minors, 8 interdisciplinary areas, 12 pre-professional areas and 3 co-operative degrees. Degrees provided at Lawrence University include Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music and can be combined as a dual degree (Bachelor of Arts [B.A]/Bachelor of Music [B.Mus]) for five years.

The following chart sums up the requirements for undergraduate requirements at Lawrence University.

Requirements	Bachelor of Arts	Bachelor of Music	Bachelor of Arts+Bachelor of Music (Dual degree)
Application	Common Application and Lawrence Application	Common Application and Lawrence Application	Common Application and Lawrence Application
School reports	Required	Required	Required
Minimum GPA required	3.5	3.0	3.0
Recommendations	1	1	1
Resume	Not required	Required	Required
Audition	Not required	Required	Required
Interview	Strongly recommended	Strongly recommended	Strongly recommended

Lawrence University takes into account the student’s personal and academic records, participation in non-academic activities like community service, sports, artistic engagements, volunteering etc while reviewing student applications. Within 48 hours of application submission, a student will get access to a login portal where all the submitted materials can be reviewed correctly. It takes approximately 4-8 weeks for the university to let the student know about the admission decision.

FAQs

Q1. Are English proficiency test scores required for international student admissions at Lawrence University?

Ans. International students need to submit an ACT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score to be considered for admission while applying. The code for SAT and ACT is 1398, and the code for ACT is 4596. Students who have their native language as English do not need to provide English proficiency test scores.

Q2. When will I receive my i-20 form from Lawrence University?

Ans. I-20 and DS-2019 are sent as a part of the admission package by Lawrence University once the student’s application has been accepted. The acceptance letter, i-20 and DS-2019, and other necessary documents like passport, financial documents, and transcripts are required to obtain a student visa.

Q3. If my country has been affected by COVID-19, will I still be able to attend Lawrence University?

Ans. If an admitted international student is currently residing in a country under strict travel restrictions, Lawrence University will secure arrangements for online classes. As a part of the Lawrence family, every applicant’s country’s situation is monitored closely and any discrepancies will be addressed by the university itself.

Q4. US embassies and consulates are currently closed or have long wait times due to the COVID-19, which means I have not been able to obtain an entry visa. Can Lawrence University help?

Lawrence University has already done its part by issuing the i-20 form and DS-2019 for the international applicant. The college cannot contact the US embassy in the candidate’s home country. The student must contact the embassy or consulate themselves and ask for necessary assistance. Lawrence University can, however, help with any admission related queries.

Q5. My current school is closed. Will Lawrence University accept an unofficial transcript?

Ans. Lawrence University unfortunately does not accept unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts are among the very important requirements for checking an application of a candidate and therefore must be obtained for the admission procedure. High school officials must be contacted to generate official transcripts.

Q6. Will deadline extensions be allowed for Lawrence University transfer applicants for submission of official transcripts?

Ans. August 14th is the deadline for submitting official transcripts. However, Lawrence University is willing to cooperate with the student and their home country regulations to help with any document submission. Official transcripts are mandatory and must be submitted by the applicant without fail.