On Campus : Academics : Academic Opportunities
Cum Laude Society
Re-established in 1988, the Lawrenceville chapter of Cum Laude, the high school equivalent of Phi Beta Kappa, recognizes superior academic achievement. A student may be elected in the spring of the Fifth Form year.
Independent Study
Students with special interests they wish to explore outside the regular program of course may apply to drop one course for one term and use the time for independent study. This may involve research or creative work that culminates in a paper, exhibit or performance of some kind.
The Island School (Semester Program*)
Located on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, The Island School offers a semester-long program based in tropical marine science, English literature, history, anthropology, studio arts and mathematics that allow students to integrate classroom learning with practical primary research.
Lawrenceville Abroad
The School offers many different opportunities for students to travel, conduct research or learn a language in various international settings. Recent destinations include France, England, The Netherlands, Nicaragua, India, Japan, China, Peru, and New Zealand.
Outdoor Leadership
This program promotes development of personal leadership characteristics and skills. Students examine the moral, ethical and interpersonal aspect of student leadership. They examine their strengths and limitations in a leadership capacity and develop a more profound understanding of characteristics of effective leadership.
School Year Abroad
School Year Abroad allows American students live for a full year in a European or Chinese family, while earning US graduation credits and receiving rigorous preparation for colleges or universities.
* For semester programs, a student does a semester at the program and 1½ terms at Lawrenceville. A student who goes away for the fall semester will come back to complete the winter and spring terms at Lawrenceville. A student who goes away for the second semester will complete the fall term and the first half of the winter term at Lawrenceville. Talk with the Academic Dean if you have questions.
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Academic Opportunities
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