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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Canton, NY

St Lawrence University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$63,870

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

58.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

81.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$67,258

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

St Lawrence University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Canton, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $63,870, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 81.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing630 – 710
20025th–75th percentile800
Math625 – 700
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite29 – 32
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

58.5%

Transfer-Out Rate14.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$255,480

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$37,258

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$117,100

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$489,680

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at St Lawrence University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.3%
45.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
76.9%
International
9.6%
Hispanic
5.4%
Two or more
2.3%
Black
2.1%
Asian
1.7%
Unknown
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$63,870

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$12,250
$30k - $48k$17,287
$48k - $75k$21,671
$75k+$29,263

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients21.0%
Using Federal Loans55.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment84.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

86.1%

Success

81.3%

In-State Cost

$63,870

Age 25+ Students

0.4%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

195 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Canton (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Canton (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.