Lawrence University, with its tradition of academic excellence, ranks among the best of America's small liberal arts colleges. Powerful, informed, forward-looking, and excellent teaching is a Lawrence hallmark.
Virtually all members of the Lawrence faculty have earned the Ph.D. or highest degree in their fields; most of these degrees have been earned at the country's major universities. Faculty members continually demonstrate their commitment to scholarly and creative work that enlivens and informs their interactions with students.
Lawrence's campus is situated near the downtown of Appleton, Wisconsin, a city of 70,000 residents. Appleton is approximately 100 miles north of Milwaukee and is served by bus and four major airlines.