Scholarships

Scholarships

W&L awards merit scholarships on the basis of academic achievement, demonstrated leadership and the potential to contribute to the intellectual and civic life of the W&L campus and of the world at large in years to come.

The Johnson Scholarship is W&L's premier merit scholarship. Scholarships are awarded to up to 44 incoming first-year students. Awards cover, at minimum, tuition, housing, and food, plus $10,000 for summer funding to pursue research, travel, or internships.

In addition to the Johnson Scholarship, W&L awards other full-tuition scholarships on the basis of geography or special interest on a rotating basis.

In order to be considered for ANY Washington and Lee scholarship, students must submit a Johnson Scholarship application by Dec. 1.

The Johnson Scholarship

The 44 winners of the Johnson Scholarship receive awards of at least tuition, room and board.

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Academic Discipline Scholarships

Full-tuition awards for students interested in particular subjects are offered on a rotating basis.

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Regional Scholarships

Full-tuition awards for students from particular geographic regions are offered on a rotating basis.

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Special Interest

Full-tuition awards for students with specific interests/background are offered on a rotating basis.

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