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Washington and Lee University In-State vs Out-of-State Tuition Fees, Costs 2026
Use these cost cards as the first-pass money view before checking the detailed breakdown and official resources.
In-state tuition
$64,525
Out-of-state tuition
$64,525
Average net price
$23,911
Attendance cost
$82,990
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Washington and Lee University Estimated Per-Semester Cost
Many tuition guides break annual costs into fall and spring estimates. The values below divide reported annual College Scorecard cost fields by two, so use them as planning estimates and verify the actual billing schedule with Washington and Lee University.
Tuition
Per semester: $32,263
Annual: $64,525
Room and board
Per semester: $8,843
Annual: $17,685
Books and supplies
Per semester: $1,145
Annual: $2,290
Other on-campus expenses
Per semester: $1,250
Annual: $2,500
Attendance cost
Per semester: $41,495
Annual: $82,990
Washington and Lee University Estimated Four-Year Cost
The estimates below multiply current reported annual values by four. They do not include future tuition increases, changes in housing, program fees, financial aid changes or personal expenses.
Four-year tuition estimate
$258,100
Four-year attendance estimate
$331,960
Four-year average net price
$95,644
In-State vs Out-of-State Tuition
Washington and Lee University is listed as Private nonprofit in the local dataset. In-state tuition is $64,525 and out-of-state tuition is $64,525. The reported in-state and out-of-state tuition values match in this dataset.
International Student and Private College Tuition Note
The local database lists Washington and Lee University as Private nonprofit. Private colleges commonly report one tuition rate rather than separate resident and nonresident rates. In this dataset, Washington and Lee University reports $64,525 for out-of-state tuition and $64,525 for in-state tuition. International student billing, visa expenses, health insurance and aid eligibility should be verified directly with the school.
Room and Board / Total Attendance Cost
Separate mandatory fee data is not available in the local College Scorecard-derived table; use tuition, room/board, books, other expenses and attendance cost as the supported cost components.
Room and board, on campus
$17,685
Housing and meal estimate where reported.
Room and board, off campus
Not available
Off-campus living estimate where reported.
Books and supplies
$2,290
Academic supply estimate.
Other expenses, on campus
$2,500
Personal and miscellaneous estimate.
Total attendance cost
$82,990
Use as the sticker-price baseline before aid.
Average Net Price After Aid
Based on available data, the average student at Washington and Lee University pays approximately $23,911 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Virginia average of $17,997 and above the national average of $17,506.
Acceptance Rate and Outcomes
Acceptance Rate
17.36%
SAT Average
1,504
ACT Range
32-35
Washington and Lee University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 17.36%. This means approximately 174 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,884 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
17.36%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition and Cost Breakdown
Accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Institutional accreditor where reported.
In-state tuition
$64,525
National avg: $20,567
Out-of-state tuition
$64,525
National avg: $20,567
Attendance cost
$82,990
Use with aid and net price.
Average net price
$23,911
State avg: $17,997. National avg: $17,506.
Pell grant rate
11.09%
Federal need-based grant indicator.
Federal loan rate
15.05%
Share using federal loans.
What Does Washington and Lee University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,525
Room and board
$17,685
Books and supplies
$2,290
Other expenses
$2,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,990
Average net price
$23,911
Average aid coverage
71%
$59,079 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Washington and Lee University pays approximately $23,911 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Virginia average of $17,997 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Washington and Lee University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Virginia and national averages.
Washington and Lee University net price
$23,911
Virginia average
$17,997
National average
$17,506
Washington and Lee University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,525 and average net price at $23,911. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,525
Current net price
$23,911
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
94.90%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$94,810
Undergraduates
1,884
10-Year Median Earnings - Washington and Lee University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Washington and Lee University graduates earn about 2.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Washington and Lee University?
Undergraduates
1,884
Completion rate
94.90%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
11.09%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
15.05%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid and Scholarships
About 11.09% of Washington and Lee University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 15.05% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Pell grant rate
11.09%
Federal loan rate
15.05%
Students with any loan
85.21%
Average net price
$23,911
Net Price by Income Bracket
Estimate Your Net Price at Washington and Lee University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Washington and Lee University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Student Debt and Borrowing
Borrowing metrics help explain how students finance the gap between sticker price, aid and net price. Loans can make a bill payable, but they do not reduce the underlying cost like grants and scholarships.
Loan principal
$16,617
Median completer debt
$19,500
Median monthly payment
$207
Federal loan rate
15.05%
Debt and payment fields come from federal aid data where reported. Actual borrowing can vary by degree level, dependency status, aid package, family contribution and program costs.
Net Price Calculator
Use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate. The averages on this page help with comparison, but your final price can change based on residency, aid eligibility, housing, program fees and scholarships.
Open Washington and Lee University Net Price CalculatorFinancial Aid Application Steps
The sample guide uses step-by-step aid instructions. This version keeps the steps generic and accurate for the database, then points readers to official school and federal resources.
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1. Complete the FAFSA when eligible
Use the federal FAFSA form to start federal student aid eligibility. Some private or selective schools may require additional institutional forms.
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2. Check school-specific aid requirements
Open Washington and Lee University's official financial aid or admissions site to confirm whether CSS Profile, tax documents or institutional forms are required.
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3. Use the net price calculator
Compare the personalized estimate with the average net price and income-bracket values shown on this page.
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4. Review grants, loans and payment deadlines
Separate grant aid from loan financing and verify billing deadlines directly with the school before committing.
Payment Guide
Use these generic steps to review tuition, aid and billing before making an enrollment decision.
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1. Confirm published tuition and fees
Review Washington and Lee University's official tuition page and compare it with the tuition and attendance cost fields on this page.
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2. Estimate net price after aid
Use Washington and Lee University's official net price calculator when available, then compare the estimate with average net price and income-bracket data.
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3. Review financial aid and payment options
Check grants, scholarships, federal loans, payment plans and billing deadlines directly with the school before making enrollment decisions.
Institutional Cost Resources
These institutional context fields help explain how the school appears in the federal dataset beyond student-facing tuition. They are not a bill, but they add useful background for affordability research.
Endowment
$1,973,892,000
Faculty salary field
$13,879
Tuition revenue per FTE
$32,777
Instructional spend per FTE
$39,474
These fields come from federal institutional data and should be read as context, not as student charges.
Accreditation
Washington and Lee University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus Location and Contact
Washington and Lee University is listed at 204 West Washington Street, Lexington, VA 24450-2116. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Address
204 West Washington Street
Lexington, VA 24450-2116
Official website
Open school websiteAdmissions policy
Selective admissions policy reported
Compare Schools
Compare Washington and Lee University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
- Accept. rate
- 17.36%
- Tuition
- $64,525
- Net price
- $23,911
- 10-yr earnings
- $94,810
- Accept. rate
- 100.00%
- Tuition
- $20,462
- Net price
- Not available
- 10-yr earnings
- $92,405
- Accept. rate
- 16.86%
- Tuition
- $58,014
- Net price
- $22,881
- 10-yr earnings
- $86,863
- Accept. rate
- 57.03%
- Tuition
- $36,694
- Net price
- $23,790
- 10-yr earnings
- $81,698
- Accept. rate
- Not available
- Tuition
- Not available
- Net price
- Not available
- 10-yr earnings
- $77,821
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Washington and Lee University Tuition?
Washington and Lee University out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,525. In-state tuition is $64,525. Verify current tuition directly with the school before making enrollment decisions.
What is Washington and Lee University's average net price?
Washington and Lee University's average net price in the local dataset is $23,911. Net price reflects average cost after grants and scholarships where reported.
Does this page include all Washington and Lee University fees?
The local dataset supports tuition, room and board, books, other expenses, attendance cost, net price and aid fields. Separate mandatory fee data is not available for every school, so fees should be verified with Washington and Lee University.
What is Washington and Lee University's acceptance rate?
Washington and Lee University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 17.36%.
How much is Washington and Lee University tuition?
Washington and Lee University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,525.
What is Washington and Lee University's average net price?
Washington and Lee University's average net price in the local dataset is $23,911.
What does Washington and Lee University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $76 for Washington and Lee University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Washington and Lee University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $94,810 for Washington and Lee University.
Is Washington and Lee University accredited?
Washington and Lee University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Washington and Lee University?
The local dataset lists 1,884 undergraduate students at Washington and Lee University.
What percentage of Washington and Lee University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Washington and Lee University in the local dataset is 11.09%.
What is the federal loan rate at Washington and Lee University?
The federal loan rate for Washington and Lee University in the local dataset is 15.05%.
Where should I verify Washington and Lee University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Washington and Lee University or the latest official federal education data.