Prospective Students

Washington and Lee will provide over $26 million in financial aid and scholarships this year, making it possible for many students to attend who would be unable to do so without our help. Indeed, at W&L, admission and affordability go hand in hand.

We encourage students to apply for both need-based aid and merit-based aid, to ensure that they explore all possible sources of W&L funding. Doing so may increase the total amount of aid a student may be awarded.

Things you should know about aid & scholarships at W&L:

• All admitted students meeting the relevant Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision need-based financial aid deadline will receive an aid package that covers their family's institutionally determined need. Loan assistance will be offered only to offset any additional educational expenses. Early Decision applicants should make note of the relevant financial aid deadlines.

• To apply for need-based aid, families should begin working on the CSS Profile and the FAFSA (both forms are required) when students begin working on the W&L application for admission. Please see a more complete outline for this process on the need-based aid site.

• Important dates relevant to the Financial Aid application process are listed in the left column on this page.

• In 2009, over 150 scholarships were awarded through the Johnson Scholarship Program, including the Johnson Scholarship, the Heinz, Lewis, and Weinstein scholarships, and a number of alumni and regional scholarships.

• Each year 44 enrolling students – nearly 10 percent of the incoming class – will receive the prestigious Johnson Scholarship, covering a minimum of tuition, room and board.

• To be considered for any form of merit-based aid, students must complete the Johnson Scholarship application and submit it, along with their complete admission application, by December 1, 2009. Contact the Office of Admissions with your questions about the Johnson Scholarship Program.

Washington and Lee University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national, or ethnic origin, sec, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran's status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.