High School Academic Requirements

  • Four years of English 

  • At least three years of mathematics (e.g. Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) 

  • At least three years of science (with at least two lab sciences) 

  • At least three years of social studies (history, government, economics, etc.) 

  • At least three years of a world language or American Sign Language 

  • Elective courses of interest 

Application Materials

  • St. Lawrence application or Common Application 

  • Official high school transcripts 

  • Counselor letter of recommendation 

  • Two academic teacher letters of recommendation 

  • Standardized exam scores (SAT or ACT) — optional (test-optional policy) 

  • For students whose first language is not English or who did not attend an English-speaking school: submission of TOEFL or IELTS scores 

  • Resume / optional extracurricular / community involvement information 

Other Policies / Notes

  • The university is SAT/ACT-optional — applicants may choose whether to submit scores. 

  • Self-reported test scores are accepted during the application phase (official scores will be required on enrollment). 

  • Application deadlines: Early Decision (Nov 1 to ~Feb 2), Early Action, Regular Decision (by Feb 2) 

  • For transfer students, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 in prior college coursework is required; high school transcripts are also reviewed.