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Founded in 1810, The Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, N.J. prepares students to lead lives of learning, integrity, and high purpose. A co-educational boarding and day school for grades 9-12, Lawrenceville's mission is to inspire the best in each to seek the best for all. Learn more at www.lawrenceville.org.
Lawrenceville draws students from around the world and is situated in the heart of cultural influence. From New York City to Washington, D.C., students have enriching exposure to a broad array of people, institutions, and experiences.
Through our unique House system, collaborative Harkness approach to teaching and learning, close mentoring relationships, and extensive co-curricular opportunities, we help students to develop high standards of character and scholarship, a passion for learning, and a global perspective.
School Motto: Our mission is to inspire the best in each to seek the best for all.
School Mascot: Larrie The Bulldog
Lawrenceville requires students to take a minimum number of
core courses in each academic department. This traditional
educational approach is complemented by a rich array of elective
offerings. Most of our students take 5 courses per term.
Academic advisors faculty members associated with or living in
the Houses help students choose their courses each trimester. These
consultations focus on the overall degree of difficulty of the
schedule, concerns about adjustments to the rigors of the School's
curriculum, and commitments to athletic or extracurricular
activities.
How to Apply: While Lawrenceville accepts both the Standard
Application Online (SAO) and theGateway to Prep
SchoolApplication, we recommend using the Gateway
application.Please refer to the Gateway checklist to make
sure you've submitted all required documents for the Lawrenceville
application process:
Official School Reports and Transcripts (current and past 2
years)
Principal/Counselor Recommendation (current year)
English Teacher Recommendation (Humanities -
English/History/Social Studies/Social Sciences) This can now be
completed by teachers in the current or previous year.
Math Teacher Recommendation (STEM - Math/Science/Engineering)
This can now be completed by teachers in the current or previous
year.
Interview
Testing
Application Fee:
$50 for domestic candidates
$100 for international candidates
Domestic candidates please email our office
atadmission@lawrenceville.orgto request an application
fee waiverif you are experiencing financial hardship.
Please visit
our website for further detailed instructions on the
application process.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Michael Eisner 1960 - Former CEO, The Walt Disney Company
Huey Lewis 1967 - Musician/singer
Horace Porter 1854 - Brigadier General in Civil War, Medal of Honor Winner, Grant's White House Secretary
Jay Carney 1983 - White House Press Secretary
Fox Butterfield 1957 - Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, The New York Times
Joakim Noah 2004 - NBA player, Chicago Bull
James Merrill 1943 - Author, The Changing Light at Sandover
Bobby Sanguinetti 2006 - NHL player, New York Rangers
The Lawrenceville School's tuition is approximately $80,690 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Lawrenceville School?
The acceptance rate of The Lawrenceville School is 18%, which is lower than the national average of 77%. The Lawrenceville School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from The Lawrenceville School?
The Lawrenceville School famous alumni include: Michael Eisner 1960, Huey Lewis 1967, Horace Porter 1854, Jay Carney 1983, Fox Butterfield 1957, Joakim Noah 2004, James Merrill 1943 and Bobby Sanguinetti 2006.
Does The Lawrenceville School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Lawrenceville School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Lawrenceville School offer?
The Lawrenceville School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. The Lawrenceville School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
The average private school tuition in Mercer County, NJ is $30,755 for elementary schools and $39,951 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
