Lafayette College
About Lafayette College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lafayette College is a private liberal arts college in Easton, Pennsylvania. Highly selective with a 34% acceptance rate, it is known for economics, engineering, and political science, with graduates earning a median salary of over $91,000.
Founded
1826
Location
Easton, Pennsylvania
Students
2,757
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
31.5%
Selective
Graduation Rate
87.6%
Above national average
Tuition
$65,398
Per year
Avg Net Price
$34,433
After financial aid
SAT Average
1424
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$91,410
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
31.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 5
Lafayette College accepts 31.5% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1424 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1424/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
87.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
89.7%
4-Year Grad
85%
6-Year Grad
88%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
86.6%
$/Student
$25.9K
Class Size
Small
85% of students graduate on time, and 86.6% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$65,398
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$19,866
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$83,133
After Financial Aid
$34,433
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,716
Receive Grants
11.7%
Take Loans
19.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $83,133/yr, including $19,866 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $34,433.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lafayette College fund their education.
While in School
11.7%
Get Grants
Free money
19.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$111,341
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$16,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$170/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 19.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $16,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lafayette College.
Gender
49.9%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,757
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
14.8%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 6.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,757
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lafayette College fields 12 varsity teams with 711 student athletes, about 26% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Patriot League
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
711
26% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
378
Men
333
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lafayette Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$91,410
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$68K
100 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
$48K
71 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$36K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$72K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$42K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
—
48 grads
Graduates start at $81K six years out, climb to $69K by year eight, and reach $91K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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Common questions about Lafayette College
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.