Washington and Lee University
Lexington, VA · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1430 and 1540 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 34
Popular programs at Washington and Lee University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 94 | |
| 2 | Economics. | 69 | |
| 3 | Political Science and Government. | 69 | |
| 4 | Accounting and Related Services. | 37 | |
| 5 | Research and Experimental Psychology. | 28 | |
| 6 | English Language and Literature, General. | 26 | |
| 7 | Mathematics. | 26 | |
| 8 | Biology, General. | 24 | |
| 9 | History. | 19 | |
| 10 | Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | 18 | |
| 11 | Computer Science. | 15 | |
| 12 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 14 | |
| 13 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 14 | |
| 14 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 14 | |
| 15 | Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | 12 | |
| 16 | Physics. | 12 | |
| 17 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 10 | |
| 18 | Journalism. | 10 | |
| 19 | Engineering Science. | 10 | |
| 20 | Sociology and Anthropology. | 10 |
Showing top 20 of 33 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Washington and Lee University?
Washington and Lee University has an acceptance rate of 14% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Washington and Lee University?
Admitted students at Washington and Lee University typically score between 1430 and 1540 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Washington and Lee University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Washington and Lee University is approximately $23,781 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Washington and Lee University?
4-year graduation rate data for Washington and Lee University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.