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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 31%
Average High School GPA: 3.56
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1370–1490
ACT Range: 31–33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 2,764
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Generally liberal, with active student political engagement
Tuition & Fees: $66,496
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: Approximately $87,318
Average Financial Aid Package: Varies based on need; Lafayette meets 100% of demonstrated financial need
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Easton, Pennsylvania
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 29°F (-2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 74°F (23°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 48 inches (1,219 mm)
Nearest Airport: Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) — Approximately 15 miles (24 km) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram:@lafayettecollege
Swim team instagram: @lafayetteswimanddive
Twitter: LafCol
Facebook: Lafayette College
LinkedIn: Lafayette College
YouTube: Lafayette College
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Conference: Patriot League
Nickname: Leopards
Mascot: Roary
Athletic Website: Go Leopards
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Weinstein Natatorium
Head Coach: James Dailey
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #7 in Patriot League
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #9 in Patriot League
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U.S. News College Rankings
#31 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (tie)
#18 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#60
#42
In Private Colleges
#14
In Liberal Arts Universities
#27
In The Northeast
#199
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: A
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B+
Professors: B+
Dorms: C+
Student Life: B
Value: B
Campus: B-
Party Scene: B+
Location: B
Campus Food: C
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #125 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #336 of 1,332
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