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Best Things

  1. Generally cool alumni—good ol' boys mixed with up-and-comers
  2. Academic excellence
  3. Beautiful campus and surrounding area
  4. The Commons
  5. Friendly, trusting, close-knit community
  6. Greek madness and the fun social scene
  7. The honor system—'nuff said
  8. Leisurely pace of life in a small town
  9. Small classes and personal attention from caring professors
  10. Talking to the townies
  11. Going apple picking

Happy Students

94% of students return after their first year.

Commitment to Teaching

There are 9 students for every member of faculty on campus.

Proven Success

93% of students will complete their education and graduate with a degree.

Easy Financial Aid Process

71% of students surveyed told us that the financial aid process went smoothly and they received the financial aid they needed.

Knowledgeable Professors

100% of students surveyed rated the general knowledge of professors as above average.

Big Dorms

82% of students surveyed felt that dorms were more spacious than average.

Easy to Get By on a Student's Budget

53% of students surveyed felt that the amount it costs to live while at school was better than average.

Great Nightlife

50% of students surveyed told us that it is never hard to find a great party.

Safe Campus

90% of students surveyed said that they feel extremely safe and secure on campus.

Campus Pride

62% of students surveyed said that they love everything about the school and have a lot of campus pride.

Highly Satisfied Students

85% of students surveyed would make the same school choice if they could do it all over again.

Strong Alumni Network

90% of students surveyed said the alumni network is very strong and involved in activities on campus.

Vibrant Social Scene

73% of students surveyed agreed that there are lots of popular activities around campus every day.

Genders Equally Represented

A male-to-female ratio of 52/48 means there's a pretty even balance of students on campus.

Learn from the Best

96% of faculty have earned the highest degree in their field.

Personal Attention

You can expect personal attention with 74% of classes having less than 20 students.

Help to Succeed

The school has academic and career counseling available to help you when you need it.

Get AP Credit

If you took AP classes in high school, you might be able to get college credit for them.

Students Stick Around

Only 4% of students transfer out.

Top Rankings and Student Raves About Them

Computers at Washington & Lee University

LCC0256

Biological Sciences '15

5.0
A+

Computers

Internet access all over campus. Library open all day and staffed with students to assist all computer/smart phone/iPad set ups and problem solving. Computers available for any student that does not have one.

Apr 12, 2012

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Greek Life at Washington & Lee University

emu0987

Neuroscience '15

5.0
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Basically Greece

The Greek scene is the only social scene. That is perfectly acceptable, because the Greek organizations do a superb job with running the night life. There is something happening about 6 nights a week, and on big nights frequently four very different parties, anywhere from out in the country to in the frat house basements

Oct 05, 2011

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Academics at Washington & Lee University

Dubyuhnell

Economics '15

5.0
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Small Classes, Many Choices

The small classes are nice because if you have a question, it will be answered and also it forces students to actually pay attention and learn. I came in looking to major in econ and so far my experience with the business school has been phenomenal.

Nov 29, 2011

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