Washington and Lee University School of Law Tuition and Financial Aid

    2027 Tuition & Fees

    Washington and Lee University School of Law 2027 Tuition & Fees is $62,835. Washington and Lee University School of Law's tuition is similar to the national average ($61,794) for private law schools in the United States. Compared to other private law schools in Virginia, Washington and Lee University School of Law's tuition is higher than the state average ($51,670).
    You can check tuition & other costs trends at Washington and Lee University School of Law Tuition & Fees Trends page.

    Law School Tuition Comparison Table & Chart

    The following table & chart compares Washington and Lee University School of Law's tuition with other law schools by location and school type. Comparisons can help you make decisions and prepare life as a law school student and beyond.
    You can compare Washington and Lee University School of Law with law schools that have similar tuition between $60K and $65K
    2027 Washington and Lee University School of Law Tuition & Fees and Comparison
    In-StateOut-of-State
    Washington and Lee University School of Law$62,835
    All Law Schools$33,157$55,459
    Public$33,157$47,209
    Private$61,794
    Virginia Law Schools$52,392$57,688
    Public$52,392$67,717
    Private$51,670
    Washington and Lee University School of Law Tuition & Fees Chart
    1 2027 tuition based on published amounts by Washington and Lee University School of Law Financial Aid / Bursar.
    2 2026 tuition based on ABA data.

    Washington and Lee University School of Law Tuition Changes Since 2020

    The tuition & fees at Washington and Lee University School of Law has increased by 4.83% compared to last year. It has not risen in the past changed over past 8 years.
    The 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $65,870 with $3,035 increase, if the this year's increase rate (4.83%) is applied. Based on the average increase rate (-5.12%) since 2020, the 2028 estimated tuition & fees is $59,620, which is - more than this year.
    Washington and Lee University School of Law Tuition Trends Chart

    Cost of Attendance with Living Costs, Books & Supplies, and Personal Expenses

    For 2027, the estimated cost of attendance (COA) at Washington and Lee University School of Law is $81,830. This comprehensive figure covers tuition, mandatory fees, housing, books and supplies, transportation, and general living expenses. However, optional charges such as health insurance, loan origination fees, and specific exam costs may not be included.
    On average, Harvard Law School awards $33,500 in financial aid per student. By factoring in these institutional grants and scholarships, the net cost of attendance drops to$48,330.
    Washington and Lee University School of Law Cost of Attendance
    Costs
    Cost of Attendance$81,830
    Tuition$57,450
    Fees$2,490
    On-Campus Living Costs-
    Off-Campus Living Costs$21,890
    At-Home Living Costs-
    COA after Grants/Scholarships Received$48,330
    Average Grants/Scholarships Amount$33,500
    Data Source: Washington and Lee University School of Law Bursar/Financial Office, ABA (American Bar Association), IPEDS data center

    Financial Aid Statistics

    Grants and Scholarships Received

    In 2026, 96.61% of enrolled law school students received grants and/or scholarships and the average received amount is $33,500 at Washington and Lee University School of Law.
    Compared to law schools in U.S., the percentage of grants received at Washington and Lee University School of Law is higher than the average percentage of 80.58%. Compared to law schools in Virginia, the received percentage is slightly higher than the average of 85%.
    You can check financial aid trends at Washington and Lee University School of Law Financial Aid Trends page.
    Washington and Lee University School of Law Grants/Scholarships Received
    Percent ReceivedAverage Amount
    Washington and Lee University School of Law96.61%$33,500
    All Law Schools80.58%$24,147
    Public79.05%$18,032
    Private81.76%$28,843
    Virginia Law Schools84.87%$26,944
    Public72.35%$28,434
    Private92.39%$26,050

    Grants/Scholarships Amount in 25th, 50th, 75th Percentile

    For 354 enrolled students, 342 students 96.61% received grants and/or scholarships. 1.17% of them received financial aid that equals to the full (or more) amount of tuition and 64.91% received more than half amount of tuition.
    For students received grants and scholarships, the 75th percentile amount is $41,500 and the 25th percentile amount is $19,000.
    The Grants/Scholarship Amount by Percentile
    202120222023202420252026
    Total Enrollment401361379378379354
    Grants/Scholarships Received384352365366365342
    Percent Received95.76%97.51%96.31%96.83%96.31%96.61%
    Received Amount
    25th Percentile$17,500$17,500$17,500$17,500$22,500$19,000
    50th Percentile$35,000$33,500$35,000$32,500$33,500$33,500
    75th Percentile$40,000$37,500$37,500$36,500$38,500$41,500

    How much of Tuition will Financial Aid Cover?

    Of those who received financial aid, 33.92% of students received grants and/or scholarships less than the half amount of tuition & fees and 64.91% received more than half but less than full amount of tuition.
    In special, 1.17% received amounts that equal to full tuition or more. It means that 4 out of total 369 enrolled students received grants/scholarships as much as tuition or more.
    How Much Tuition Covered by Grants and Scholarships
    202120222023202420252026
    Number Received384352365366365342
    Half or Less than Tuition29.69%35.51%33.70%34.15%28.22%33.92%
    Half to Full Tuition70.31%64.49%66.30%65.85%71.23%64.91%
    Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.27%0.88%
    More than Full Tuition0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.27%0.29%
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