Charlottesville, VA · Lexington, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | Washington and Lee University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 16.8% | 14.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $21,803 | $68,045 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $59,512 | $68,045 |
| Average Net Price | $18,427 | $23,055 |
| Graduation Rate | 96.0% | 94.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 26,409 | 2,241 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 15 | 7 |
GradFax Analysis
University of Virginia-Main Campus accepts 16.8% of applicants. Washington and Lee University accepts 14.0%. University of Virginia-Main Campus's in-state tuition is $21,803. Washington and Lee University's is $68,045. That's a $46,242 difference per year. Six-year graduation rates are close: 96% at University of Virginia-Main Campus, 94% 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.
After aid, the average student pays $18,427/year at University of Virginia-Main Campus and $23,055/year at Washington and Lee University. University of Virginia-Main Campus is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Washington and Lee University. It accepts 14.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Virginia-Main Campus, on average. After aid, students pay $18,427/year versus $23,055/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Virginia-Main Campus: 96% of students finish in 6 years. Washington and Lee University is at 94%.
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.