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Washington and Lee University

Washington and Lee University is a small, private institution located in Lexington, va. Founded in 1749, Washington and Lee University offers undergraduate degrees in 37 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Private
Division 3
1,898 undergraduates
cost $64,525 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Washington and Lee University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 17.4%
SAT score average 1504
ACT score average 33
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee $60
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Key deadlines

November
01
317 days away Early Decision date

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January
01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Washington and Lee University is known for one of its top majors: Law. Their student-faculty ratio is 8:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
8 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Law and Legal Studies
Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Languages and Literature
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions

Popular majors

Law
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Economics
Political Science and Government
Accounting and Related Services
History
Research and Experimental Psychology

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $64,525
Additional expenses
Room & board $17,685
Books & supplies $2,290
Other expenses $2,500
Cost of attendance* $87,000
Average financial aid package $74,419
Estimated cost $12,581 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $64,525
Additional expenses
Room & board $17,685
Books & supplies $2,290
Other expenses $2,500
Cost of attendance* $87,000
Average financial aid package $74,419
Estimated cost $12,581 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Washington and Lee University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,898, with gender binary students split 49% male and 51% female.

Total enrollment

2,277

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
68%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
10%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Washington and Lee University, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 204 West Washington Street, Lexington, VA 24450
phone 5404588400
address www.wlu.edu/
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

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Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Washington and Lee University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Washington and Lee University?

Washington and Lee University is located in Lexington, va.

What is the acceptance rate at Washington and Lee University? 

The acceptance rate for Washington and Lee University is 17%.

What’s the average GPA for Washington and Lee University?

The average high school GPA for Washington and Lee University students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Washington and Lee University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Washington and Lee University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $348,000.

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