Washington and Lee University Historical Acceptance Rate

Historical Acceptance Rates

Washington and Lee University's overall acceptance rate for the application year 2024 is 13.97%, with 8,213 applicants and 1,147 admitted. This marks a decrease from the 17.36% acceptance rate observed in 2023, which had 6,820 applicants and 1,184 acceptances. Historical data shows a trend towards increasing selectivity, with rates dropping from 24.51% in 2020 to 18.87% in 2021 and continuing to decline into 2023. The consistent reduction in acceptance rates reflects heightened competition over the years, underscoring the need for strong applications.