Develop Fresh Perspectives AT WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY
Students choose W&L for reasons as unique as the individuals themselves. Some decide to attend for its small size and personal attention; others will say it’s W&L’s academic reputation, scenic location or engaged community. Whatever their reason, once here, students find a place to grow intellectually, unlock opportunities and prepare for the future. Within a community of peers and mentors, our students hold each other to the highest standard of integrity, united by the student-run Honor System. And when they graduate, they do so as critical thinkers with a network of support, lifelong friendships and a degree that opens doors.
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OLDEST COLLEGE IN THE U.S. Located in scenic Lexington, Virginia
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CLASSES TAUGHT BY FACULTY 94% of faculty hold doctorate or terminal degrees
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UNDERGRADUATES 47 U.S. states 43 countries of citizenship
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MAJORS & MINORS with programs in engineering, journalism and business
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STUDENTS TO FACULTY and 96% of classes under 25 students One of the hallmarks of the W&L experience is the accessibility of faculty. Our low student-to-faculty ratio allows students to immerse themselves in coursework and receive individual support and attention from professors.