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United States, Lawrenceville
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The Harkness method develops critical thinking and communication skills. The Lawrenceville Research Institutes provide structured research opportunities. Interdisciplinary Studies encourage cross-subject learning.
The Gruss Center for Art and Design and Hutchins Galleries support visual arts. Performing arts including theatre and music are part of the curriculum.
Community service is an important part of school life. The school encourages students to contribute to the wider community.
Athletics and the House system support a well-rounded student experience. Big Red Farm connects students to sustainability and the land.
The Lawrenceville School is a co-educational college preparatory boarding and day school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, founded in 1810. The school is known for its distinctive House system and Harkness teaching method, where students learn around oval tables in discussion-based classes. Departments include English, History, Interdisciplinary Studies, Language, Mathematics, Religion and Philosophy, Science, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts. The school features the Gruss Center for Art and Design, Tsai Field House, Bunn Library, Big Red Farm, and outdoor classroom programmes. Boarding tuition is USD 82,710 and day tuition is USD 68,060 for 2026-27. Over 30% of students receive financial aid averaging USD 63,000 (boarding) and USD 46,000 (day). The school meets 100% of demonstrated need.
