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Lexington Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

Lexington Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Lexington, Virginia

There are at least 2 colleges in Lexington, listed and described below. These schools represent 3,559 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 3,832 full-time students, and a reported 2,581 dorm rooms.

For a prestigious selective school, you might want to look at Washington and Lee University or Virginia Military Institute.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Virginia Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Lexington is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.
  • A lot of people walk and bicycle in Lexington.

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Colleges in Lexington with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Virginia Military Institute
Lexington, Virginia 24450-0304

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: history, international relations, mechanical engineering, economics, civil engineering, psychology, biology, foreign language and literature.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,378 students, 1,560 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,407 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-620. Math: 530-620. Writing: 480-590.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Washington and Lee University
204 West Washington Street
Lexington, Virginia 24450-2116

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, business management, political science, economics, history, English, accounting and management, journalism.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,181 students, 2,272 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,174 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 660-740. Math: 660-740. Writing: 660-730.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

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(2000)
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Buena Vista Colleges16,349701680
Clifton Forge Colleges14,2891,295 

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