Race & Ethnicity
Washington and Lee University has a diverse student body with 21% students of color and 8% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Washington and Lee University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Washington and Lee University has a gender distribution of 51% female students and 49% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
41% of total enrollment
42% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Washington and Lee University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 94% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
94%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
17%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Washington and Lee University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 8% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 17% in-state residents, 75% out-of-state students, and 8% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
17% of student body
75% of student body
8% of student body
States Represented
48 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
21%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
51%
Female Students
Global Reach
8%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age