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The campus of Washington And Lee University is in Lexington, Virginia, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Washington And Lee University include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in mathematics, law, fine arts, and liberal arts.
Admission at Washington And Lee University is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into the school is challenging; it only admitted 29% of those who applied in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 660. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 660 and 720. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Washington And Lee University maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Washington And Lee University is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2005, the school had 2,179 students enrolled (2,176 full-time equivalent).
Full-time students are the norm at Washington And Lee University. The school has a residential or campus feel. Washington And Lee University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Washington And Lee University values student athletics, and belongs to the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Washington And Lee University
204 West Washington Street
Lexington, VA 24450-2116
General Phone: (540) 458-8400
Admissions Phone: (540) 458-8710
Financial Aid Phone: (540) 458-8715
http://www.wlu.edu/
Washington And Lee University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 187 | economics, history, political science, English, sociology, Spanish language, Classical languages, anthropology, ... |
| Law | 148 | law, foreign lawyers |
| Business And Management | 100 | business management, accounting and management, accounting |
| Science | 43 | biology, chemistry, geology, biochemistry, physics, geological and earth sciences |
| Media | 36 | journalism |
| Therapy And Counseling | 22 | psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | philosophy, religion |
| Fine Arts | 16 | art history and criticism, fine arts |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 10 | computer science |
| Engineering | 10 | engineering physics, chemical engineering |
| Medicine | 5 | neuroscience |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
| Family And Social Work | 2 | public policy analysis |
| Music | 0 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Washington And Lee University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 463 | 39 |
| First-professional degree | 142 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2005, Washington And Lee University had a total enrollment of 2,179 students (2,176 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 82% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| First Professional | 18% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 38% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 17% |
| Texas | 9% |
| Maryland | 7% |
| New Jersey | 7% |
| New York | 6% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| North Carolina | 4% |
| Georgia | 4% |
| South Carolina | 4% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| California | 3% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Louisiana | 2% |
| Alabama | 2% |
| West Virginia | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
Washington And Lee University offers campus housing for 1,252 of its 2,176 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Lexington, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,950 | 1,141 | 29% | 464 | 41% |
| Men | 2,021 | 562 | 28% | 230 | 41% |
| Women | 1,929 | 579 | 30% | 234 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 660 | 730 |
| SAT Math | 660 | 720 |
| ACT Composite | 28 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 80% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 18% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (540) 458-8710
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,635 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,635 |
| Room and board | $ 7,225 |
| Room charge | $ 3,425 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,630 |
Financial Aid:
Washington And Lee University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 376800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (540) 458-8715
Washington And Lee University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 125 | 31 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 19 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 12 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 85 | $109,408 | 16 | $106,158 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 45 | $70,711 | 16 | $61,712 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 31 | $54,515 | 25 | $59,112 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 7 | $54,641 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $59,871 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 165 | $87,340 | 64 | $71,034 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
| Track | Old Dominion Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Engineering Physics
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Programs for Foreign Lawyers (LLM, MCL)
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Russian Studies
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Washington And Lee University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in science (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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