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Contact
Admissions Office
Address
Gilliam Admissions House
Letcher Avenue
Lexington, VA 24450-0303
Letcher Avenue
Lexington, VA 24450-0303
Phone
540.458.8710
Email
admissions@wlu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
The Village
Elrod University Commons
Lenfest Center for the Arts
Lee Museum and Chapel
Tea Room at International Learning Center
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Elrod University Commons
Lenfest Center for the Arts
Lee Museum and Chapel
Tea Room at International Learning Center
N/A
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Blue Sky Bakery
Lexington Coffee
Pure Eats
Blue Phoenix
eCafe
N/A
Lexington Coffee
Pure Eats
Blue Phoenix
eCafe
N/A
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday; Saturday
8:30am-5pm; 8am-noon
540.458.8710
8:30am-5pm; 8am-noon
540.458.8710
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: No
Dates: Year-round
Times: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 9:30am-12:30pm
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 9:30am-12:30pm
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Monday-Friday, some Saturdays
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@wlu.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Limitations
Available only in the Spring for accepted students
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
The Roanoke Airport is 50 miles from campus. Taxis, limousines, and rental cars are available for the ride from airport to campus. For limousine reservations, call Lexington Limousine and Transportation Service
based in Lexington
(540) 461-1117 or (540) 464-5466
(lexlimousine@gmail.com) or Roanoke Airport Limousine Service (540.345.7710).
Driving Instructions to Campus
From the north, take I-81 S. to the first Lexington exit and follow U.S. Rte. 11 S., which becomes Main St. in Lexington. On Rte. 11, you pass Virginia Military Institute and then enter the Washington and Lee campus, 8 miles from I-81. From the south, take I-81 N. to the second Lexington exit and I-64 W.; from I-64 W. follow posted directions to U.S. Rte. 11 S. Rte. 11 S. brings you onto the Washington and Lee campus, 2 miles from I-64.
Local Accommodations
A popular choice and a favorite with college kids is the warm and friendly Llewellyn Lodge (603 S. Main St.; 540.463.3235 or 800.882.1145), within walking distance of the university. The moderate price includes a full breakfast. Tennis courts, a public outdoor pool, and golf are nearby. Col Alto is a restored historic home and now part of the Hampton Inns (401 E. Nelson St., 540.463.2223)
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 5,855
Acceptance Rate: 21%
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
670 - 730
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
678 - 760
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
31 - 34
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Deadlines
Early Decision — November 1
Early Decision II — January 1
Regular — January 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Non-Academic
Extracurricular Activities
Character / Personal Qualities
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
8:1
Total Faculty
310
with Terminal Degree
291
189
Men
121
Women
41
Minority
4
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
92%
Graduate in 5 years
95%
Graduate in 6 years
95%
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Russian Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Neuroscience.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting and Business/Management.
Business Administration and Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Journalism.
Public Relations/Image Management.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
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ENGINEERING.
Engineering Science.
Engineering, General.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Law.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Medieval and Renaissance Studies.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology and Anthropology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Professional
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Tom Wolfe '51
author
Bill Johnston '61
president, NY Stock Exch
Roger Mudd '50
journalist
Lewis Powell '29 '31L
supreme court justice
Joseph Goldstein '62
Nobel laureate geneticist
Cy Twombley '53
artist
John Warner '49
U S Senator
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
92%
Graduate in 5 years
95%
Graduate in 6 years
95%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Feb 15
Notification Date
Apr 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Forms CSSProfile
Forms Divorced Parent
Forms CSSProfile
Forms Divorced Parent
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$49,195
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$46,849
Average Need-Based Loan
$871
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
31%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$21,758
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$51,420
Required Fees
$1,035
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,950
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
On-Campus Room and Board
$13,925
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal and Institutional
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,829
Foreign Countries Represented
30
Demographics
3.79%
Asian
2.69%
Black
4.77%
Hispanic
80.74%
Caucasian
3.79%
International
50% female
50% male
84% are out of state
100% are full time
0% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
76%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
100%
Campus Environment
Village
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Frat Sorority
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
International Student
Other
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
168
Number of Honor Societies
17
Number of Social Sororities
6
Number of Religious Organizations
10
75% join a fraternity
75% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
25% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Generals)
13 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrian Sports
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrian Sports
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Women's Sports (Generals)
12 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrian Sports
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Equestrian Sports
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Virginia Military Institute
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Virginia Military Institute
Sustainability
91/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Silver
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
20%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
Car Sharing Program
Yes
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
Yes
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2024.
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
N/A
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
