Washington and Lee University
Washington and Lee University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Lexington, VA. It enrolls about 2,277 students and admits roughly 17% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Lexington, VA 24450 |
| County | Lexington City |
| Enrollment | 2,277 |
| Acceptance rate | 17% |
| Applicants / admitted | 6,820 / 1,184 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $64,525 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $64,525 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 95% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 95% |
| Campus setting | Town: Distant |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 710–750 |
| ACT middle 50% | 32–35 |
| Website | www.wlu.edu/ |
| Phone | 5404588400 |
Admissions
About 6,820 students applied and 1,184 were admitted. Of those admitted, 502 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $64,525 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 471 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 95% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Washington and Lee University is in Lexington, VA, Lexington City. Its coordinates are 37.7889, -79.4430.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Washington and Lee University?
About 17% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 6,820 applicants.
How much does Washington and Lee University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $64,525 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Washington and Lee University?
About 2,277 students are enrolled.