Appleton, Wisconsin · ★ — / 5 Overall
Private not-for-profit · 4-year · Bachelor's
The Lawrence University Conservatory of Music, a constituent member of Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, offers undergraduate degrees in music, music performance, education, theory, and composition. Founded in 1874, it is one of the oldest operating conservatories in the United States. The conservatory is known for a five-year dual degree program which allows students to graduate with both a music degree and a degree in another academic discipline. Through the Performing Arts Series, the Lawrence Community Music School and other programs, the conservatory extends access to music to the surrounding community.
National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #65 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (2026). Source: US News ↗
Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #86 in Liberal Arts Colleges (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
National rank
Ranked #312 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
Unfiltered student reviews about the real
experience at this University
Loading...
College Ave, Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911
Visit University SiteValue rank
Ranked #477 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
25th–75th percentile
SAT total: 1200–1430
SAT ERW: 600–720
SAT math: 600–710
ACT composite: 27–32
Total: 1,410
Undergrad: 1,410
Undergrad full-time: 1,389
Part-time: 21
In-state
Tuition: $55,461
Total cost on campus: $69,849
Out-of-state
Tuition: $55,461
Total cost on campus: $69,849
Room & board: $11,838
Books & supplies: $900
Receive aid: 100%
Avg grant aid: $40,431
Pell grant recipients: 18%
Rent: $607 / mo
Average city asking rent, as a roommate share. Zillow Observed Rent Index.
Coffee: $5.00
State average cafe price. Numbeo, 2024.
Gas: $4.31 / gal
State average price. AAA.
Average meal: $9.02
Published board plan, per meal. IPEDS.