Washington and Lee University

Washington and Lee University is a private institution in Lexington, Virginia. Founded in 1749, W&L carries a rich history and traditions, offering 40 undergraduate majors and 20 minors along with a unique calendar system.

Overview

Washington and Lee University is a private liberal arts university in Lexington, Virginia. It dates back to 1749 and was renamed after George Washington and Robert E. Lee. The University places high emphasis on the development of the whole person, fostering a balance of leadership, personal integrity, and citizenship. W&L is divided into two undergraduate divisions, the College and the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics, and a graduate School of Law. The University provides a liberal arts education that develops students' capacity to think freely, critically, and humanely and to conduct themselves with honor, integrity, and civility. Graduates are prepared for lifelong learning, personal achievement, responsible leadership, service to others, and engaged citizenship in a global and diverse society.