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  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Marilyn from Huntington Park, CA

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    There’s no doubt that St. Lawrence offers plenty of opportunities and experiences that get students learning, growing, and living to their best potential. The administration, advisors, and all professors are extremely accessible and willing to help in any way they can. They’re dedicated to making each student’s experience challenging and rewarding. With small classes, students have the wonderful opportunity to engage on a personal level with the professor during class time and you can bet the professor will know exactly who you are. Some classes have taken place outdoors, in the fields, nearby farms, in river streams, in the theater, and even in large professional meeting rooms. Learning at St. Lawrence also occurs outside the classroom with plenty of tutoring and career services, study conference rooms in both libraries, intellectual conversations over a delicious dinner in Dana Dining Hall, or during the various insightful yet fun events and activities available all week-long. Students also learn a lot from peers due to the fact that St. Lawrence is home to many international students from different continents and students all over the U.S., all from diverse backgrounds. For example, two of my closest friends are from Malawi, Africa, and Brazil, and my roommate is from New York City. Not only have I learned to be a better student, leader, and friend, but I’ve also learned plenty about other cultures and I’ve learned to appreciate my family and culture much more. St. Lawrence has 30 majors, an average class of 16, a great new science center, and a great study abroad program. As a small private liberal arts school with high academic ratings, St. Lawrence University is definitely a school prospective students shouldn’t easily dismiss.
    Am enjoying being here

    I absolutely love being a student here! Because St. Lawrence is located in a small town, there are always many activities and events on campus. Sporting, comedy, talent, and singing events usually take place every week. The Java Barn is a music venue located on campus that features popular live music every weekend and then you have the popular rope swing at the nearby Grasse River that’s just five minutes away from campus. Since St. Lawrence is located in the natural world, many people go on trips to the nearby Adirondack Mountains for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities. During the winter, you have lots of students go up to Whiteface in Lake Placid for skiing and snowboarding, and others ride to Ottawa, Montreal, and Syracuse for more city fun. For those days when it gets a bit chilly, the gym is always available alongside with an indoor track, swimming pool, tennis courts, and a rock climbing wall. The student center is also another popular destination as it houses a café, ping pong and pool tables, comfortable couches, and the Winston Room, which is where the best parties on campus take place. I truly enjoy the student body because for the most part, they’re really nice, open minded and accepting of all people. They’re easy-going, approachable, and based on the students I’ve met they’re all here with the purpose to change the world for the better. Most students find an extracurricular activity to be a part of, whether it’s volunteer work, soccer intramurals, a fraternity, or a spiritual fellowship group on campus. I’ve found my own and I’m enjoying it as much as possible. Not only is the campus big and tremendously beautiful, it also has fantastic residential and academic facilities. You definitely feel safe and at home while being at St. Lawrence University.
    Bang for the buck

    For those who have already taken a look at the tuition, room, and board costs, I’m sure you were blown away by how costly St. Lawrence is. I too was astonished by the costs and I was close to not applying for that reason. However, each year, St. Lawrence awards tens of millions of dollars in financial aid. Some of this is based on your family's financial need, and the remainder is based on the strength of your application. All successful applicants to St. Lawrence are considered for merit scholarships (a total of 12 scholarships). St. Lawrence also offers other types of financial aid such as athletic scholarships, grants, student employment, Pell grants if applicable, and of course, educational loans. More in-depth information is offered on the school’s website page for Financial Aid. As long as the FAFSA is sent in on time and appropriately, paying for St. Lawrence isn’t an impossible thing. Furthermore, some of the things imbedded in the tuition include great online and technical services, professional research engines, major year round activities, and great dining services among many others. I received a great financial aid package for my first and second year, and I know I’ll keep receiving great financial packages for the next two years.
    Tips for prospective students

    As a current student, some tips for prospect students include being disciplined and organized with your college application, and, if accepted, with the follow-up college requirements. As you’re making a list for the colleges you’re thinking of applying to, divide it into three tiers. First tier should be for the colleges that will be the most difficult to get in (Dream Schools), second tier should be for colleges you think you have a fairly good chance of getting in based on your school research, and the third tier should be for colleges you know you’ll most likely be accepted to (back up schools). St. Lawrence University is a great school and there will be competition with other applicants, so therefore I recommend you strengthen your GPA, resume, essays, and your overall school record as much as possible. If you’re worried about your test scores, don’t stress too much over it because St. Lawrence is “test-optional”, which means you’re not required to submit test scores from the SAT or ACT. So with more reason I repeat that your transcripts, essay, and recommendations should be stellar. Also, know whether you work better in a sea of people or in small group settings. By knowing this, you’ll know whether a small college is fit for you or if a large college with thousands and thousands of students is better for you. Furthermore, make sure you do some soul-searching to understand exactly what passions drive you the most and make sure you search for various schools of all categories from privates, public, out-of-state and in-state. Also, try not to worry too much about tuition costs. I applied to St. Lawrence not expecting much financial aid, but in fact I received a scholarship and lots of unexpected financial aid. It was the most expensive school I applied to and yet it offered the greatest monetary aid. You just never know! Nonetheless, have fun with your college search!! Cappex makes that possible just for you.
    Great for these types of students

    St. Lawrence is great for students who like to be actively involved, open-minded, and interested in meeting new people with backgrounds different from their own; students who appreciate all that is available to them and are motivated to engage in and outside of class; students who aren’t afraid to take on a challenge, learn from mistakes, and take their victories beyond limit; students who dream big and are determined to achieve the American Dream; students who value having a voice in decisions that affect them and who value the importance and necessity of having a higher education; students who find joy in hard work and who want to enjoy their college experience to the maximum potential; and lastly but not least, St. Lawrence is perfect for students who want to be leaders today, professionals tomorrow, and world changers forever.

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Nicholas from North Potomac, MD

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    St. Lawrence University has some great classes and the teachers are awesome. The science programs are awesome. In one of my classes, natural world biology, we went on a field trip every week. We did canoeing, kayaking, hiking, fishing and swimming. It was really awesome.
    Am enjoying being here

    The best thing about St. Lawrence is the student body. You can be who you want and find others like you and not be shunned for your own personality. Another good thing is that the food is really good.
    Great for these types of students

    Anyone who really wants to learn alot but also likes to party occassionally and have a good time.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Amy from NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The quality of St. Lawrence professors is excellent. As long as you're willing to take initiative and seek them out when you need help or just when you want to chat, they're more than happy to assist you or get into a conversation about anything at all. I have no complaints about the professors--they all really want to be teaching undergraduates, and plenty of students get research opportunities with them even as freshmen! I especially love my Multivariable Calc professor, who is hands down one of the most phenomenal teachers I've ever had.
    Am enjoying being here

    St. Lawrence has a drinking culture. Since it's located in Canton, NY, which is very rural and relatively isolated, there isn't much to do on the weekends besides go out and party. Normally, people just pregame in their rooms and go walk around campus or dorm-hop. Most people really like this, and have no problem with drinking, dorm-hopping, and going to the Tick Tock (in that order) every Thursday and Saturday for four years. For those people who like to have fun other ways, campus can be a bit short of fun substance-free activities, but there certainly are quite a few people who don't subscribe to the drinking culture. I want to say that there is a place for everyone here, but the reality is that people who like to drink will definitely feel more at home.
    Bang for the buck

    SLU is a great place if you did well in high school and want to excel. I received an excellent scholarship to attend, and have found myself at the top of all of my classes (I graduated in the top 1% of a class of 400). It certainly offers plenty of financial aid to incoming students, both merit and need based, and has an extremely strong alumni network that is only too happy to offer students internships or job opportunities. If you are willing to put up with a prevalent drinking culture and the fact that most people in your class will be less academically inclined, SLU is a good place to get the most bang for your (large) buck.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Stephanie from Freeport, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    There is always something new to learn as well as debates on various topics. The school provides different way for you to find the information you need to complete and learn anything that is needed of you. No matter what class you are in there will always be something interesting to find out whether its about the class or about some debate off topic everything is interesting.
    Am enjoying being here

    the people, activities and things that are available on the weekend are always interesting. I've done a lot from going to parties in peoples rooms to just staying in and watching Disney movies. No matter what you want to do there is always someone willing to do it with you even if you think its stupid. Trust me its not.
    Bang for the buck

    The school is a lot of money but for the most part the money covers a lot. It pays for the counselors, tutors, different websites needed for research. Although it seems like the money isn't worth it it really is.
    Tips for prospective students

    These are just tips in general from what I have learned. Procrastination is not good. No matter how you look at it if you have something due, do it as soon as possible so you have less work to do later in the end. The second thing is to do the best you can. Professors always tell me that sometimes you will try the best you can and you won't always get the grade you want. It may stink but just keep trying and you'll get there. The third is always have fun and don't regret a thing you do.
    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for people who want a liberal arts education and for those who like the outdoors.

  • 2 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Briana from Lewis, NY

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • Mia from Charlotte, VT

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Wonderful school.
    Tips for prospective students

    Plan ahead.
    What to do for fun

    Go outdoors.
    Campus Safety

    Always feel safe.

  • lilrocker392, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The classes are definitely challenging and great. You learn alot and you find out that the classes are interwtined to each other. You don't realize it but you do because you are getting an liberal arts education. The professors are always willing to help you and they have great support services to help those who need it.
    Am enjoying being here

    There are many options for clubs/ organization. They have many options for housing except things are very limited for freshmen. It has quite the drinking culture, there are people who don't drink but they are hard to find. There is also alot of damages on campus.
    Bang for the buck

    The study abroad, academics, and career services are great. But for everything else, it is not that great.
    Tips for prospective students

    Look at the opportunites on campus academically and socially. It will all balance out. Try and ask about the party scene if you are not into it because of how much you are paying you deserve not to be miserable.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for the non- serious student who likes to drink. The school has high academic standards but everything else is terrible.

  • Kayla

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    They have excellent science programs and study abroad programs. The teachers are amazing in what they teach.
    Will enjoy being here

    The people are enjoyable and dorming life is fun with them. They have great food.
    Bang for the buck

    St. Lawrence gives a lot of financial aid and overall gives you the best bang for the buck!!

  • Noelle from Williamson, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    St. Lawrence definitely provides many unique learning opportunities, starting from freshman year with the FYP program. With this program you live with people you have a class with, so it provides a unique opportunity to make especially close friends and you get to help each other throughout the semester. All the class sizes are small, so students get to know their professors very well and professors know all of their students too. Classes can be difficult, but teachers are very willing to spend time outside of class to help students thoroughly understand any material.
    Am enjoying being here

    I am so grateful that I chose to come to SLU. Since the campus is in a remote location there are plenty of on campus events for students including movies, comedians, concerts, games, and student run activities. I love being in the North country with Canada and Lake Placid so close by! The scenery is amazing and the campus is simply beautiful. One of my favorite activities in the country is peak weekend, in which the school tries to get a St. Lawrence student on the top of each peak in the Adirondacks in one weekend! This is a favorite events among the students and the campus body is so small that everyone gets to know each other, making social life simple and fun!
    Bang for the buck

    Although tuition at St. Lawrence is a steep price, the school is very good about finding aid and scholarships for students. I also believe that St. Lawrence has offered me an unparalleled education, providing challenging courses, classes I am interested in, providing unique research opportunities, and has plenty of extracurriculars so everyone can find something to get involved in. There are so many opportunities to excel at SLU and create an excellent base for the future.
    Tips for prospective students

    Prospective students should most definitely come for a campus tour and consider doing an overnight visit with a SLU student to really get a feel for the school, including how the classes operate and the types of students that St. Lawrence has to know whether it will be a good match for you!