Charlottesville, VA · Lexington, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | Washington and Lee University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.9% | 17.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $20,986 | $64,525 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $58,014 | $64,525 |
| Average Net Price | $17,831 | $11,900 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 95.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. University of Virginia-Main Campus accepts 16.9% of applicants; Washington and Lee University accepts 17.4%. University of Virginia-Main Campus's in-state tuition is $20,986. Washington and Lee University's is $64,525. That's a $43,539 difference per year. Six-year graduation rates are close: 95% at University of Virginia-Main Campus, 95% at Washington and Lee University.
Bottom Line
University of Virginia-Main Campus is public; Washington and Lee University is private. If you're an in-state student, University of Virginia-Main Campus will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Virginia-Main Campus. It accepts 16.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Virginia-Main Campus has lower published tuition: $20,986 versus $64,525. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. University of Virginia-Main Campus is at 95%; Washington and Lee University is at 95%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.