Outcomes Matter
At a student-centered law school like W&L Law, we are committed to great outcomes for our graduates. We want our students to get great jobs in their preferred location, be prepared to pass the bar exam regardless of where they take it, and to graduate with as little debt as possible.
| Employed | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| At Grad (All Jobs) | 77% | 70% | 72% |
| At 10 Months (JD required/preferred) | 92.7% | 83.8% | 90.7% |
| At 10 Months (All Jobs/Grad School) | 96.4% | 91% | 95.7% |
It is about students, their career objectives, and the strategies they used to get there. Below, you can read how some of our students employed the executive search model of our Career Strategy Office to begin their professional careers.
Passing the Bar
W&L offers robust programming and other support to help our students prepare for and pass the bar exam. The data shows that our resources and assistance are paying off for our students.
| Virginia | Nationwide | |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee Law | 79.3% | 89.5% |
| State/National Averages | 78.1% | 78.3% |
| Virginia | Nationwide | |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee Law | 92.68% | 92.59% |
| State/National Averages | 84.57% | 80% |
*Data used is for first-time takers on the July/September 2020 bar exam and the July 2021 bar exam.
| Sector | Percent |
|---|---|
| Business | 6 |
| Public Interest | 8 |
| Law Firms | 72 |
| Clerkships | 15 |
| Other Government | 10 |
| Firm Size | Percent |
|---|---|
| 0-100 | 36 |
| 101-250 | 6 |
| 251-500 | 7 |
| 501+ | 23 |
Charts above include known data for employed students. For more employment data and additional consumer information, visit our ABA Required Disclosures page.
W&L Law has consistently ranked among the top schools for best value and low average debt. We offer competitive scholarships and a low cost of living, making W&L a great investment for getting your law degree.
More information about tuition, financial aid and cost of living.
W&L Law At-a-Glance
Community
- Student Body: 385
- Faculty to Student Ratio: 6:1
- Average 1L Legal Writing Class Size: 20
Cost/Financial Aid
- Tuition: $52,080
- Students Receiving Scholarships: over 90%
- Average Scholarship: $27,063
Programs
- J.D. Program
- Study abroad at Trinity College, Dublin or in Copenhagen, Denmark
- Experiential Education
Clinics and Journals
National Reach
- Alumni across the U.S. and in 29 Countries
- Interview Programs in Boston, New York, D.C., Dallas, the Southeast, and more
About Lexington
- One of America's Best College Towns
- Known for Quality of Life, Affordability
- Average Monthly Rent (living alone): $730/mo
2025 Class Profile Overview
- Applications Received: 2,049
- Total Number of Offers: 669
- Class Size: 125
- Median LSAT: 164
- Median GPA: 3.66
- Percentage of Women: 47%
- Percentage of Diverse Students: 26%
Visiting
We are pleased to be able to welcome visitors to Lewis Hall this academic year. You may also access our virtual vist resources if you are unable to travel to Lexington. Choose your experience below.
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Phone: 540-458-8503
Washington and Lee University
School of Law
Office of Admissions
Sydney Lewis Hall, Suite 400
Lexington, VA 24450-0303
