Washington and Lee University
About
Located in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Washington and Lee University is a top-tier liberal arts institution uniquely distinguished by its integrated Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics, alongside standout programs in journalism, pre-law, and the humanities. The academic experience is anchored by close faculty mentorship and an intensive four-week Spring Term, which allows students to dive deeply into a single immersive subject or study-abroad course. Central to campus culture is a fiercely guarded, student-run Honor System that fosters exceptional campus-wide trust through unproctored exams, complemented by active Greek life and the historic "Speaking Tradition" of greeting peers across the colonnade.
Wikipedia:Washington and Lee University is a private liberal arts college in Lexington, Virginia, United States. Established in 1749 as Augusta Academy, it is among the oldest institutions of higher learning in the US.
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Washington and Lee University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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