Graduation Rate

Majors Available

Retention Rate

Academics

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Academics Summary

Activities

Extracurricular

The sports programs offered and athletic scholarships available are below.

Sports

Housing Options

Housing

$name$ is in $campusSetting$ setting and has $numUndergrads$ undergraduate students.|  Campus housing costs an average of $avgHousingCost$ a year.| $name$ competes in $sportsLevel$ sports.

Campus Life

Go to Net Cost Calculator

Next Steps

View Online Application

Visit College Website

Enrollment

Race and Ethnicity

Student Primary Residence

Student Body

Note: College profiles are based primarily on information supplied by the colleges themselves through participation in College Board's BigFuture College Profiles higher education data collection portal, with some data provided via federal and state agencies. Costs, dates, policies, and programs are subject to change, so please confirm important facts with college admission personnel.

$DATA-schoolname$ is $DATA-selectivity$ with an acceptance rate of $DATA-percentage$. Students that get in generally have an SAT score between $DATA-satscore$ or an ACT score of $DATA-actscore$.

After scholarships and grants, $costSchoolName$ costs $costAmount$.

Your net price is a college’s cost of attendance minus the grants and scholarships you receive. The net price you pay for a particular college is specific to you because it's based on your personal circumstances and the college’s financial aid policies. Use the college’s Net Price calculator for the most accurate estimate of your net price.

Credit is granted at the discretion of the department head(s) involved, according to departmental policies in place for a student's incoming term. Each examination result meeting these minimal criteria is reviewed carefully and credit is awarded only when deemed appropriate. In order to receive Washington and Lee credit, all official score reports must be received by the University Registrar before the end of the first term in which a student is enrolled at W&L.

Business Administration and Management, General

Accounting and Business/Management

Public Relations/Image Management

Journalism

Computer Science

Engineering, General

Engineering Science

English Language and Literature, General

East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General

German Language and Literature

Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General

French Language and Literature

Spanish Language and Literature

Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General

Russian Studies

Neuroscience

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Biochemistry

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Environmental Studies

Religion/Religious Studies

Philosophy

Chemistry, General

Geology/Earth Science, General

Physics, General

Political Science and Government, General

Sociology and Anthropology

Economics, General

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Fine/Studio Arts, General

Art History, Criticism and Conservation

Music, General

History, General

Mathematics, General

Washington and Lee is a top-ranked, private institution in Lexington, Virginia, where we integrate the rigorous inquiry and critical thinking of a liberal arts curriculum with nationally accredited undergraduate programs in business and journalism and a graduate School of Law. Our graduates, mentored by a faculty of teacher-scholars, are ready to make a meaningful impact wherever they go in the world. W&L is the ninth oldest institution of higher education in America, and our historic campus, situated in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, is home to a vibrant, welcoming community distinguished by an entirely student-run Honor System that pushes students to take responsibility and realize their potential as citizens, peers, and leaders. With an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1,880, our small size enables students to find mentors and develop personal relationships across campus. W&L offers incredible opportunity for those with incredible potential. Your voice matters at W&L because our core values of honor, integrity and civility are fundamental to our culture and they influence the thoughtful ways our students and faculty approach every conversation. Washington and Lee affirms that diverse perspectives and backgrounds enhance our community. We are committed to the recruitment, enrichment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff who embody many experiences, cultures, points of view, interests, and identities. As engaged citizens in a global and diverse society, we seek to advance a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue.

Special Housing For International Students

Washington and Lee University

Average Aid Packages Awarded

The typical amount of loans a student must pay back.

Debt at Graduation

Scholarships and grants don’t need to be paid back.

Need-Based Scholarship or Grant Award

Need-Based Loan Amount

Non-Need-Based Aid

Aid Package Details

Freshmen With Need and Received Financial Aid

Percent of Need Met

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Distribution Details

Tuition at time of first enrollment guaranteed only to students making advance payment

Tuition Guarantee Plans

Tuition Payment Options

Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships and work-study jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA.

Financial Aid

The last day to apply for financial aid or turn in related paperwork.

Application Due

When students receive a letter with the amount and types of aid the college is offering.

Notification Date

Applications received prior to this date will be given the strongest consideration. Still apply for financial aid if you don’t make this due date.

Priority Application Due

The deadline for students to respond to the college’s aid offer.

Response Due

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by <a href="$website$" target="_blank">visiting the college website</a>.

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college website.

Financial Aid Dates

Calculate Your Expected Family Contribution

Apply for Aid with CSS Profile

How to Apply for Federal Aid

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

Find Scholarships

Search and match with over thousands of scholarships available.

Find Scholarships Matched to Your Background.

Costs

Books and Supplies

Personal Expenses

Average Net Price by Household Income

In-State Tuition

$75-110k

<$30k

$30-48k

$48-75k

Net Price Calculator

$110k+

Your net price is a college’s cost of attendance minus the grants and scholarships you receive. The net price you pay for a particular college is specific to you because it’s based on your personal circumstances and the college’s financial aid policies. Use the college’s Net Price calculator for the most accurate estimate of your net price.