Incredible opportunity
for those with
incredible potential.

Leading Lives of Consequence celebrates W&L’s ideals and represents a powerful investment in current and future students who will carry those values forward. This campaign funds critical priorities that will allow the transformative power of a W&L education to endure for generations to come.

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Why W&L

Washington and Lee University is a small liberal arts college nestled in the Virginia mountains. We are known for our personal and engaging undergraduate experience and highly regarded School of Law.

W&L Advantage

Founded in 1749, W&L is the 9th oldest college in the United States, even older than the U.S. Constitution.

Today, W&L is a top-ranked liberal arts university that continues to build on its innovative and flexible approach to education. W&L’s motto, “Not unmindful of the future,” reflects our commitment to an education that is relevant to the 21st century.

Scene on Campus

Scene on Campus is a frequently updated collection of candid photos highlighting W&L campus life.

The Heart Of W&L

We have a long tradition of educating smart, ambitious students who have the ability and the desire to make a difference in the world.

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Experiential Education

At Washington and Lee University, we believe in the power of learning by doing, so students are encouraged to push beyond traditional classroom experiences.

Experiential Education at W&L

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Global Education

Most students participate in an experience abroad during their W&L experience. This may be for a term or full-year, Spring Term, summer program, internship, research, or service.

Study Abroad

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Undergraduate Research

Students are encouraged to pursue undergraduate research whether independent or in partnership with faculty.

Research at W&L

Distinctively W&L

Our size, resources, innovative teaching and interdisciplinary learning, means students get personal attention and have opportunities for distinctive experiences.

Distinctive Programming

From The Columns

Read The Columns for W&L stories on campus and around the world.

President Jimmy Carter at W&L Mock Convention

W&L Remembers: President Jimmy Carter 

The former president, who died Dec. 29, interacted with the Washington and Lee University community on multiple occasions.

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Students Share Entrepreneurial Ideas in Video Pitch Competition

Students polished their pitching skills at a video pitch competition on Dec. 6 in the Harte Center for Teaching and Learning.

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Celebrating 10 Years of QuestBridge

Since 2010, the university has enrolled 326 students through QuestBridge’s match program, helping high-achieving, low-income students access higher education.

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