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What is Â鶹ӰԺ Launch?

Â鶹ӰԺ Launch is a three-week introduction to liberal arts learning at Â鶹ӰԺ University. New Lawrentians participate in a credit-earning curriculum including the Â鶹ӰԺ Launch seminar, based on the First Year Studies model of close reading, discussion, and writing. Students also choose one elective course.

Â鶹ӰԺ Launch participants will learn how to leverage Â鶹ӰԺ’s resources to achieve success through co-curricular programming. Participants will get to have fun with their classmates and learn what Â鶹ӰԺ and Appleton have to offer. Â鶹ӰԺ Launch is a program for any student who believes they would benefit from getting to campus early and adjusting to college life and the academic rigor of college.

Who should apply?

Â鶹ӰԺ Launch is a program for any student who believes they would benefit from getting to campus early and adjusting to college life and the academic expectations of college. Â鶹ӰԺ Launch is particularly beneficial for students who want to learn about the workload and expectations at Â鶹ӰԺ, want a head start on their college experience, want more time to adjust and settle into the college experience, and students who took a gap year.

How much does participation in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch cost?

Program Costs 2026 - Domestic Students

Program Costs 2026 - International Students

How are students selected to participate in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch?

Â鶹ӰԺ invites all new students to express their interest in participating in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch and to provide their reasons for wanting to participate—be they academic, social, or personal. Due to the limited number of spaces available, participation is limited to 60 students, and Â鶹ӰԺ is not able to invite all interested students to participate.

Will there be free time? What will the schedule look like?

While attendance at all classes and co-curricular events is expected throughout Â鶹ӰԺ Launch, students have plenty of personal free time. Throughout the program, there are also social events in which participation is encouraged but not required. Please see the draft schedule displaying sample class schedules, co-curricular events, and social events.

Can students earn academic credit through Â鶹ӰԺ Launch?

Yes. After successful completion of the two Â鶹ӰԺ Launch courses, participants earn six academic credits, which can be applied toward graduation.

Do students have to stay on campus during the program?

During Â鶹ӰԺ Launch, all students must reside on the Â鶹ӰԺ University campus. If students have a prior commitment that falls during one of the program weekends, they should discuss this commitment with the program directors.
Â鶹ӰԺ Launch runs from August 16 through September 5.

What happens if an interested student is not invited to Â鶹ӰԺ Launch?

There are resources available to help all students succeed during the academic year at Â鶹ӰԺ. These resources include peer tutoring, writing and discussion workshops, academic success courses and specialists, academic counseling, and the Con Brio Music Theory E-Course for music students. Students should speak with their academic (faculty) advisor early in the fall term to express their interest in any of these resources.

Does participation in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch affect a student’s college admission status?

No. Â鶹ӰԺ Launch has no bearing on a student’s enrollment. Since participants have already been admitted to Â鶹ӰԺ through the university’s competitive admissions process, we are confident that they possess the potential to thrive at Â鶹ӰԺ. Â鶹ӰԺ Launch is one of many supports in place to help students reach their full potential. Students who participate in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch still complete Orientation.

Can international students participate in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch?

Yes. International students are invited to participate in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch alongside their fellow new, first-year peers. International students may be enrolled in a specific seminar section aimed at multilingual learners, with support to help students transition into English-speaking courses. There may be additional costs for insurance for international students.

Do students choose their courses?

Students will be automatically placed into one of several Â鶹ӰԺ Launch seminar sections but will be asked which elective course most interests them during the application process.
Review the list of courses. (Link updated)

Where will students live during Â鶹ӰԺ Launch?

Upon arrival on campus, most or all Â鶹ӰԺ Launch students will move directly into their fall-term housing assignments. As construction work finishes on campus, there should be no need for students to move again before the school year begins unless directly contacted by program directors. If a student is required to move to a temporary room, they will be contacted as soon as possible.

Apply to Â鶹ӰԺ Launch

If you’re ready to enroll in Â鶹ӰԺ Launch, follow the link above. If you still have questions, please review the FAQs or contact your academic advisor.