Lafayette College
Lafayette College, founded in 1826, is a distinguished liberal arts institution nestled in Easton, Pennsylvania. The college offers a vibrant academic environment, with a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,729 and a sprawling 340-acre campus. Embracing a semester-based academic calendar, Lafayette College is renowned for its commitment to holistic education. Its ranking as the 30th-best National Liberal Arts College in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges speaks to its academic excellence.
The campus provides a suburban setting that offers an enriching student experience, complemented by a diverse range of extracurricular activities and student organizations. Notably, the college boasts around 200 student organizations, a popular Greek system, and a rich sports culture, with the Lafayette Leopards competing in the NCAA Division I Patriot League.
Furthermore, the college prides itself on enabling students to embrace global perspectives through extensive study abroad programs, including the unique month-long interim programs. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, Lafayette College stands as a nurturing environment that fosters academic, personal, and global growth.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1826
- Phone: (610) 330-5000
- Cost: $38,754 / year
- Students: 2,712 Undergrads
- Address: 730 High St, Easton, PA
- Website: https://www.lafayette.edu/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LafayetteCollege.edu
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lafayettecollege/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lafayettecollege
Ranking:
- Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America: 45 of 309
- Best Small Colleges in America: 51 of 968
- Best Colleges for International Relations in America: 73 of 405
