Washington and Lee University
Liberal arts college · Lexington, VA · 1,881 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
14%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1430–1540
ACT (middle 50%)
33–34
Average net price
$25,279
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$91,700
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
96%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Washington and Lee University?
Washington and Lee University accepts about 14 of every 100 applicants (14%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1430 and 1540 on the SAT. A score at or above 1540 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1430, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 33–34.
The latest federal data says Washington and Lee University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Washington and Lee University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Washington and Lee University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $91,700 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $25,279 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $71,365 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$71,365
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$71,365
- Room & board$19,605
- Total cost of attendance$91,700
- Average net price after grants$25,279
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Biology, Psychology, Engineering.
Washington and Lee University FAQ
- What is Washington and Lee University's acceptance rate?
- 14% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Washington and Lee University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1430–1540. Aim for 1540 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Washington and Lee University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 33–34.
- Is Washington and Lee University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Washington and Lee University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Washington and Lee University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Washington and Lee University cost?
- About $91,700 a year before aid; $25,279 on average after grants.
- What is Washington and Lee University's FAFSA school code?
- 003768. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Washington and Lee University receives your information.
- What is Washington and Lee University's graduation rate?
- 96% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Washington and Lee University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside College of Health SciencesNewport News, VA | 13% | — | $26,893 | 75% |
| University of VirginiaCharlottesville, VA | 17% | 1410–1540 | $18,056 | 94% |
| Washington University of Science and TechnologyAlexandria, VA | 7.3% | — | $22,271 | 33% |
| University of RichmondUniversity of Richmond, VA | 22% | 1410–1530 | $34,256 | 87% |
| Tulane University of LouisianaNew Orleans, LA | 14% | 1400–1520 | $40,693 | 87% |
| Georgia Institute of TechnologyAtlanta, GA | 14% | 1370–1540 | $12,028 | 94% |