Overview
Founded in 1749, Washington and Lee University is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States, with a history intertwined with George Washington and Robert E. Lee, both benefactors and namesakes. It is renowned for its longstanding student-run Honor System, its intimate liberal arts education, and its highly regarded undergraduate business and law programs. The university has built a national reputation for rigorous academics, low student-faculty ratios, and a tight-knit campus community set on a historic Colonial-style campus in Lexington, Virginia.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Lexington, Virginia |
| Founded | 1749 |
| Total students | 2,200 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 16% |
| Graduation rate | 92% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $60,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $60,000 |
| Room & board | $15,000 |
| Average financial aid | $45,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 45% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1350-1500 |
| ACT range | 31-34 |
| Average GPA | 3.9 |
| Regular deadline | January 1 |
Top Programs
- Business Administration
- Politics
- Economics
- Journalism
- Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.