Lawrenceville School (2026 Profile)

5.00 (6 reviews)

Tel: (609) 895-2030

2500 Main Street
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

www.lawrenceville.org

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Lawrenceville School Photo #1 - The Lawrenceville School: Campus Overview (Note Solar Farm at top of photo, which provides more than 90 percent of the campus' electrical needs)

Lawrenceville School Photo #2 - The Lawrenceville School

Lawrenceville School Photo #4 - The Lawrenceville School: Campus Life

Lawrenceville School Photo #5 - The Lawrenceville School: Residential Life

Lawrenceville School Photo #7 - The Lawrenceville School: Academics

Lawrenceville School Photo #9 - The Lawrenceville School: International Programs in Jordan

Lawrenceville School Photo #10 - The Lawrenceville School: Athletics GO BIG RED!

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.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 822 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $82,710
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $68,060
Acceptance rate: 18%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Lawrenceville School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Lawrenceville School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1810

1909

Campus Size

700 acres

125 acres

School Motto

Developing Values, Practicing Active Listening, and Valuing Multiple Perspectives.

Student Body

Enrollment

822 students

300 students

% Students of Color

55%

25%

% International Students

16%

20%

% Students Boarding

70%

Average SAT Score

1420
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

33
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Yes

Frequency of Saturday Classes

Monthly

Weekly

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Average Class Size

11 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

68%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$725 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$82,710
(Tuition listed above includes fees.)

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$68,060
(Tuition listed above includes tuition and fees.)

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

30%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$58,937

$25,000

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 15

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

89%

Acceptance Rate

18%

58%

Director of Admissions

Dana Brown
Matt Mulhern

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Colors

Not explicitly mentioned

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

New York University

Princeton University

University of Pennsylvania

University of Chicago

Cornell University

Georgetown University

Brown University

Columbia University

Yale University

Tufts University

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School Notes

While Lawrenceville accepts both the Standard Application Online (SAO) and the Gateway to Prep School Application, 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 at admission@lawrenceville.org to request an application fee waiver if you are experiencing financial hardship.

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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

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lawrenceville School cost?

Lawrenceville School's tuition is approximately $82,710 for boarding students and $68,060 for day students.

What schools are Lawrenceville School often compared to?

Lawrenceville School is often viewed alongside schools like Choate Rosemary Hall, Deerfield Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Lawrenceville School?

The acceptance rate of Lawrenceville School is 18%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%. Lawrenceville School's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Lawrenceville School?

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.

What sports does Lawrenceville School offer?

Lawrenceville School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling.

Does Lawrenceville School offer a summer program?

Yes, Lawrenceville School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Lawrenceville School's ranking?

Lawrenceville School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, High average SAT scores, High SSAT scores, High ACT scores and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Lawrenceville School?

The application deadline for Lawrenceville School is Jan. 15.

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Lawrenceville School Alumni #1
Class of 2018
5.008/5/2019
University of Pennsylvania

What makes Lawrenceville unique from other boarding schools is definitely its house and harkness method. Harkness is especially unique because it allows for students to everyday engage critically with the text they are reading and. . .

Lawrenceville School Alumni #2
Class of 2018
5.004/17/2018
New York University

The house system is unique to different boarding schools and the dress code.. . .

Lawrenceville School Alumni #3
Class of 2015
5.002/6/2017
Bowdoin College

One of the most notable aspects of Lawrenceville is the house system. It is often compared to Harry Potter. After freshman year all students are sorted into the houses they will live in their sophomore. . .

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