Elite Lawrenceville School Admissions Consulting for Asian American Families
Navigating a New Jersey boarding school where a majority of students identify as students of color
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About the School
Lawrenceville Through an Asian American Family’s Lens
A recent figure put Lawrenceville’s overall students-of-color population at approximately 62%, alongside roughly 16% international students drawn from around the world. Lawrenceville does not publish a more granular, current breakdown specific to Asian American students.
Historically, Lawrenceville admitted its first African-American students, Lyals Battle ’67 and Darell A. Fitzgerald ’68, in 1964, and in 2004, Elizabeth “Liz” Duffy ’88 became the school’s first female headmaster. Founded in 1810, Lawrenceville is a coeducational, nonsectarian boarding and day school serving Grades 9–12 and a postgraduate year.
Fast Facts
Location
2500 Main Street, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Type
Private, co-ed, boarding and day school, nonsectarian, Grades 9–12 plus postgraduate
Enrollment
844 students; ~62% identify as students of color (recent figure)
International Students
16% of enrollment
Testing Required
SSAT or ISEE (Grade 9); SSAT, ISEE, PSAT, SAT, or ACT (Grade 10/11); PSAT, SAT, or ACT (Grade 12/PG)
Community & Admissions Snapshot
Students of Color (recent figure)
~62%
International Students
~16%
Boarding Students
~70%
English Proficiency Requirement
TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers
Testing Required
Varies by grade; see grade-specific requirements
Because Lawrenceville doesn’t publish a specific Asian American enrollment percentage, families weighing fit should ask directly during a visit.
Want a Full Picture?
For full admissions requirements and student life details that apply to every applicant, read our Lawrenceville School Admissions Guide.
What International and Domestic Families Should Know
Lawrenceville’s process runs largely the same for domestic and international Asian American applicants, aside from the added TOEFL or IELTS requirement for non-native English speakers. Families evaluating community fit should ask directly during a visit about current student affinity groups and how the school’s international community, drawing students from around the world, comes together outside the classroom.
Key Admissions Dates & Events
Application Window Opens
Early September 2026
Campus Visits & Interviews
September 2026 – January 2027
Day Student Interview Deadline
November 13, 2026
Boarding Student Interview Deadline
January 15, 2027
Standardized Testing Window
June 2026 – January 2027
Application Window Closes
January 15, 2027
Admission Decisions Notification
March 10, 2027
Enrollment Reply Deadline
April 10, 2027
What the Lawrenceville Application Requires
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01Personal Statement
Submitted through Gateway to Prep Schools, the personal statement gives applicants a platform to share their authentic voice, values, and intellectual passions. Lawrenceville expects reflective anecdotes that illustrate character, self-awareness, and readiness for Harkness learning rather than a list of accomplishments.
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02Parent/Guardian Statement
Completed via Gateway to Prep Schools, the parent/guardian statement provides insight into the applicant from their family’s perspective. Parents are asked to share candid observations about their child’s character, learning style, household values, and reasons for choosing Lawrenceville.
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03Recommendation Letters
Lawrenceville requires three official recommendations delegated through Gateway to current educators: a school report from the principal, head of school, or counselor; an English/humanities recommendation from an English, history, or social studies teacher; and a math/STEM recommendation from a math, science, or engineering teacher.
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04Transcript
Applicants must submit official current-year grades from the first marking period (quarter, trimester, or semester) along with full grade reports from the previous two complete school years. Additionally, international transcripts require an official English translation.
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05Admissions Interview
All applicants must complete an admissions interview, conducted either in person during a campus visit or virtually over Zoom. The session includes separate conversations with the student and parents/guardians. Candidates in select international regions typically complete an initial Vericant video interview first.
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06Standardized Testing
Testing requirements are strictly based on target grade level. 9th Grade: SSAT or ISEE scores. 10th Grade and 11th Grade: SSAT, ISEE, PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores. 12th Grade and Postgraduate: PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores. Non-native English speakers without two years of English-medium instruction must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores taken on or after June of the application year.
How Cardinal Education Supports Your Lawrenceville Admissions Journey
Cardinal Education has worked with Asian American families, both domestic and international, navigating Lawrenceville’s grade-specific testing requirements and helping them ask informed questions about community fit during a visit. Our consultants also help students prepare for the applicable test and interview.
For the general Lawrenceville admissions timeline and requirements that apply to every applicant, explore our Elite Boarding School Admissions Consulting: The Lawrenceville School.
“We knew Lawrenceville would be challenging, but we were not sure how to help our daughter stand out without losing her authenticity. Cardinal Education guided her through every step, from refining her essays to preparing for her interview. She felt confident walking into the process, and we felt reassured knowing she had expert support.”— Parent of a 9th grader
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Lawrenceville have international student support?
Does Lawrenceville require standardized testing?
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