BA in Politics

Washington and Lee University (United States) · 204 W Washington St, Lexington, VA 24450, United States

Washington and Lee University (Washington and Lee or W&L) 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. Washington and Lee's 325-acre campus sits at the edge of Lexington and abuts the campus of the Virginia Military Institute in the Shenandoah Valley region between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Allegheny Mountains. The institution consists of three academic units: the college itself; the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics; and the School of Law. It hosts 24 intercollegiate varsity athletic teams which compete as part of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA Division III).

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

The College

Degree

BA

Duration

4 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Politics

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 23700

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 66800

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 66800

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

IELTS

7.5

TOEFL

105

Duolingo

135

SAT

1440 - 1520

ACT

33 - 34

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Deadlines:

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Intake Deadline 1

01 Nov, 2025

(September-2026)

Intake Deadline 2

01 Jan, 2026

(September-2026)

Document Required:

  • High School Transcript

    Common Document

    An official copy of your high school transcript

  • Secondary School Report

    Common Document

    A secondary school report form completed by a school guidance or college counselor

  • Essay

    University Specific

    We encourage you to show us another side of yourself by answering the optional “Why W&L?” written response and ONE of the below optional short-answer prompts. Option 1 250 words or less or max 2-minute video: Please describe an aspect of your life outside of school that is important to you, such as an extracurricular activity, a job, or a family responsibility. How has your involvement shaped your personal qualities and growth, and how has it impacted those around you? Option 2 250 words or less or max 2-minute video: W&L’s mission statement focuses on preparing graduates for lifelong learning in a global and diverse society. Engaging with faculty, staff, and classmates with diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives is an essential component of our education. Recognizing that diversity takes many forms, what diverse aspect would you bring to W&L? Option 3 250 words or less or max 2-minute video: Reveal to us how your curious mind works by sharing something you spend considerable time thinking or learning about. Option 4 250 words or less or max 2-minute video: On a residential college campus with a Speaking Tradition that encourages connections between individuals, using each other’s names matters. Please share the story of any name you go by and what significance it holds for you.

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    1. IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo 2. SAT/ACT

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