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Washington and Lee University

PrivateLexington, USA₹0.7 L/yrEst. 1749Reviewed April 2026

Details sourced from official institutional pages.

Type Private
Location Lexington, USA
Accreditation None noted (formerly SLAC)
Entrance exams Common App, Coalition App

Academic Programs

Undergraduate

Program Level Duration
BA Liberal Arts (47 majors majors) UG 4 years

Overview

Washington and Lee University is a private institution in Lexington, VA, USA, founded in 1749. Washington and Lee University uniquely combines a rigorous liberal arts curriculum with nationally accredited undergraduate professional programs in business and journalism, an int

Academic Programs

  • Degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
  • Majors Available: 47 majors
  • Curriculum: Students complete Foundation requirements (Writing, World Language, Math/CS, Physical Education) and Distribution requirements across Humanities, Fine Arts, Literature, Lab Science, Social Sciences, and additional STEM, plus experiential learning; new Gen Ed curriculum (min 32 credits in 9 modes of inquiry: Creative Making, Ethical Reasoning, etc.) rolling out for 2026.
  • Distinctive Programs: Nationally accredited undergraduate programs in business (AACSB), journalism (ACEJMC); Williams School of Commerce; 4-4-1 calendar with Spring Term; Engineering dual major program; Shepherd Poverty Program
  • Student-Faculty Ratio: 8:1

Campus and Location

Located in Lexington, USA. Campus spans 325 acres.

Who Applies Here

  • Students seeking a rigorous private liberal arts education in USA
  • Those drawn to Nationally accredited undergraduate programs in business (AACSB)
  • Members of None noted (formerly SLAC)

Things to Verify Before Applying

  • Verify current tuition, deadlines, and requirements on the official website
  • Acceptance rate is 14% (Fall 2025), highly competitive
  • Study abroad: Extensive opportunities including semester/year programs worldwide, faculty-led

Sources Used

Fees — 2025-26

Program Fees

ProgramLevelAnnual FeeTotal FeeSource
BA Liberal Arts (47 majors majors) UG USD 70,100 official-website

Fee figures are indicative. Verify the complete fee structure on the institution's official website.

Admissions — 2025-26

Entrance Exams

Common App Coalition App

Eligibility

BA Liberal Arts (47 majors majors)

Minimum: As per institution criteria

Test-optional

Selection Process

  1. Apply via official website or designated portal
  2. Submit required documents and test scores
  3. Await admission decision

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Placements — Not disclosed

Average package Not disclosed
Highest package Not disclosed
Placement rate Not disclosed

Placement data is sourced from institutional records. Verify current data on the institution's official website.

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