SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE
- One Meadway
- Bronxville, NY 10708
- OPEID College Code: 00281300
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- General Phone: (914) 337-0700
- President: Karen Lawrence
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 1,701
- College Mascot: Gryphons
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Sarah Lawrence College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.slc.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Focus, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Sarah Lawrence College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.slc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $60.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 462 | 1,696 | 2,158 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 282 (61%) | 1,015 (60%) | 1,297 (60%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 93 (33%) | 272 (27%) | 365 (28%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 63%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 54% | 11% | 7% | 50% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,104 | $4,052 | $1,560 | $23,311 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.9% | 2.0% | 1.0% |
| Number in Default | 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Number in Repayment | 252 | 292 | 389 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $41,968 | $40,350 | $38,090 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $41,968 | $40,350 | $38,090 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $41,968 | $40,350 | $38,090 |
| Books and Supplies | $600 | $600 | $600 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $13,370 | $13,104 | $12,720 |
| Other Expenses | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $56,738 | $54,854 | $52,210 |
| In-State | $56,738 | $54,854 | $52,210 |
| Out of State | $56,738 | $54,854 | $52,210 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $42,568 | $40,950 | $38,690 |
| In-State | $42,568 | $40,950 | $38,690 |
| Out of State | $42,568 | $40,950 | $38,690 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $42,568 | $40,950 | $38,690 |
| In-State | $42,568 | $40,950 | $38,690 |
| Out of State | $42,568 | $40,950 | $38,690 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Education | ||
| Elementary Education Degree | - | 17 |
| English Language and Literature | ||
| Creative Writing Degree | - | 61 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences | ||
| Human Development and Family Studies Degree | - | 3 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Genetic Counseling Degree | - | 16 |
| Public Health Education and Promotion Degree | - | 5 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| Liberal Arts Degree | 321 | - |
| Social Sciences | ||
| Social Sciences, Other Degree | - | 12 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||
| Dance Degree | - | 3 |
| Drama Degree | - | 10 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,701 Undergraduate: 1,367 Graduate: 334
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 416 Female: 1,285
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 371 Female: 996
- Graduate Gender Male: 45 Female: 289
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,577 Part-Time: 124
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,318 Part-Time: 49
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 259 Part-Time: 75
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 70 | 4% |
| American Indian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Black | 74 | 4% |
| Asian | 79 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 81 | 5% |
| White | 984 | 58% |
| Unknown | 411 | 24% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 6 | 0.4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 563 | 33% |
| Ages 20-21 | 597 | 35% |
| Ages 22-24 | 245 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 143 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 41 | 2% |
| Ages 35-39 | 26 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 39 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 36 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.06% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 596 | 321 | 275 |
| Faculty Status | 279 | 107 | 172 |
| Tenured Faculty | 100 | 78 | 22 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 310 | 107 | 203 |
| Primarily Instruction | 279 | 107 | 172 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 15 | 15 | - |
| Other Professionals | 152 | 118 | 34 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 119 | 81 | 38 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 62 | 48 | 14 |
| Skilled Crafts | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 46 | 28 | 18 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $85,545 (107) | $87,543 (53) | $83,583 (54) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $85,545 (107) | $87,543 (53) | $83,583 (54) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 119 | 40 | 79 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 115 | 39 | 76 |
| Basketball | 11 | 11 | - |
| Rowing | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Soccer | 15 | 15 | - |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Swimming | 14 | - | 14 |
| Tennis | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Equestrian | 6 | - | 6 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $4,319 | $4,448 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,120 | $1,733 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Basketball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Rowing | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Soccer | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Swimming | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Equestrian | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 82%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 75% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 84% |
| Female | 72% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 75% |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 94% |
| Asian | 84% |
| Hispanic | 45% |
| White | 75% |
| Unknown | 73% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 68% |
| 5 Years | 74% |
| 6 Years | 75% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 3 |
| Burglary | 12 | 5 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 3 |
| Burglary | 15 | 16 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009