Lawrence University's published cost of attendance is $69,849. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid approach: low-income families pay approximately $10,419, middle-income families pay around $15,020, and higher-income families pay approximately $32,758.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $69,849 |
| Tuition and Fees | $56,982 |
| Room and Board | $12,165 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$46,448 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $23,401 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $10,419 |
| $30–48k | $13,332 |
| $48–75k | $15,020 |
| $75–110k | $20,256 |
| $110k+ | $32,758 |
Lawrence University's published cost of attendance is $69,849. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid approach: low-income families pay approximately $10,419, middle-income families pay around $15,020, and higher-income families pay approximately $32,758. Azimuth ranks Lawrence University #1176 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Lawrence University's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional programs. The institution participates in the CSS Profile for aid determination, and families apply using the FAFSA. Work-study is available as part of the aid package for eligible students. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $59,814; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $51,503, median federal debt of $26,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $294 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Lawrence University earn median 4-year earnings of $51,503, placing the institution in the 11.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $22,968 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Lawrence University in the 4.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Lawrence University #1360 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Lawrence University's distinctive program portfolio centered on Visual & Performing Arts. Music is the largest program with 57 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $43,385, representing 1.0x the national benchmark for the field per the program-ranking methodology. The Biology, General program graduates 35 students with median 4-year earnings of $38,092, while Psychology, General and Economics round out the institution's core offerings with 30 and 28 graduates respectively. This concentrated program mix supports consistent outcomes across Lawrence University's academic portfolio.
