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Lawrence Technological University

Southfield, MI·Private nonprofit·1,701 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $60,500 within 10 years.

80%
Accept
1,701
Students
$33,995
Net Price
63%
Grad Rate
$60,500
Earnings
10 yr
$20,500
Debt

About This School

Lawrence Technological University is a private nonprofit institution located in Southfield, Michigan with approximately 1,701 undergraduate students enrolled. Lawrence Technological University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 80%. The average net price after financial aid is $33,995 per year. The graduation rate is 63%, and the typical graduate earns $60,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Lawrence Technological University is a private university in Southfield, Michigan. It was founded in 1932 in Highland Park, Michigan, as the Lawrence Institute of Technology (LIT) by Russell E. Lawrence. The university moved to Southfield in 1955 and has since expanded to 107 acres (43 ha). The campus also includes the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Affleck House in Bloomfield Hills. The university offers associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs through its five colleges.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 63% graduation rate and 77% freshman retention suggest that a meaningful portion of students don't finish, which is worth asking about during a visit. On the positive side, graduates earn a solid median of $60,500 ten years out, and the relatively low median debt of $20,500 means you're not over-borrowing for that outcome. Worth considering if you're drawn to engineering or technology fields in the Detroit metro area and have a clear plan to stay on track — but make sure to ask what support systems exist for students who fall behind.

Founded
1932
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Engineering44%
Computer Science9%
Business & Marketing7%
Health Professions4%
Communications4%
Visual & Performing Arts3%
Psychology2%
Biological Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Steve BallmerJohn DeLorean

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$41,872
Out-of-State Tuition
$41,872
Avg Net Price
$33,995
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants17%
Median debt at graduation$20,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
63%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$60,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$48,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$60,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White63%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,701 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Lawrence Technological University

21000 West Ten Mile Road

Southfield, MI 48075-1058

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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