Lawrence Technological University Admissions

Lawrence Technological University Admissions Overview:

Admissions are LTU are only somewhat selective. In 2015, the school admitted 69% of applicants. Students will need solid test scores, good grades, and a strong application to be admitted. Required materials for the application include SAT or ACT scores, high school transcripts, an application form, and a personal statement. For detailed instructions and important deadlines, be sure to check out the school's website, or contact the admissions office.

Admissions Data (2016):

• Lawrence Tech Acceptance Rate: 69%
• Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 480 / 600
  • SAT Math: 560 / 660
  • SAT Writing: - / -
    • What these SAT numbers mean
  • ACT Composite: 22 / 29
  • ACT English: 21 / 29
  • ACT Math: 22 / 28
  • ACT Writing: - / -
    • What these ACT numbers mean

Lawrence Technological University Description:

Founded in 1932, Lawrence Technological University is a private university located in Southfield, Michigan, with easy access to Detroit. As the name suggest, the university specializes in technological fields such architecture, engineering, communications and management. Along with the necessary math and science skills, Lawrence Tech's curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning and leadership. The school takes pride in its high employment rate of graduates, 12 to 1 student / faculty ratio, and small class sizes. The school has seen significant growth in recent decades, and it offers online, evening and weekend classes to meet the needs of working students. In athletics, the Blue Devils compete with in the NAIA, within the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. Popular sports include ice hockey, basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, and track and field.

Enrollment (2016):

• Total Enrollment: 3,309 (2,164 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 72% Male / 28% Female
• 79% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

• Tuition and Fees: $31,140
• Books: $1,453 (why so much?)
• Room and Board: $10,107
• Other Expenses: $4,248
• Total Cost: $46,948

Lawrence Technological University Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

• Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 94%
• Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 93%
  • Loans: 61%
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $15,799
  • Loans: $7,374

Academic Programs:

• Most Popular Majors: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering

Transfer, Retention and Graduation Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 79%
• Transfer-out Rate: -%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 20%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 51%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

• Men's Sports: Ice Hockey, Bowling, Basketball, Golf, Track and Field, Tennis, Cross Country, Soccer, Lacrosse
• Women's Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Field, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Cross Country

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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