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Lafayette College
Lafayette College is a private nonprofit four-year school in Easton, PA, with its campus in a suburb. It was founded in 1826[1]. It has about 2,757 undergraduates[5].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1826Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at Lafayette College costs in 2026-27, for non-resident students[2].
Where the money goes
Help paying, for students from abroad
As described by the school. Monthly and four-year figures are our own arithmetic from the yearly total.
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
When to apply
Your application checklist
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Recommended or expected, not stated as a minimum[4]
Page says college 'typically looks for' these scores. Accepts TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo; PTE not mentioned.
Waiver or exemption: Waived if English is native language or academic instruction in English for past 3 years; contact admissions@lafayette.edu for form.
TOEFL iBT moved to a 1–6 scale for tests taken from 21 January 2026.
SAT and ACT
You do not have to send one. If you do, the gold bar shows where the middle half of enrolled students land.
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in Easton
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.