College comparison

Washington & Lee vs Washington University of Science and Technology

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Washington & Lee Lexington, VA	Washington University of Science and Technology Alexandria, VA
Acceptance rateWashington University of Science and Technology is more selective	14%	7%
SAT (25–75)	1430–1540	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,881	400
Avg net price	$23,781	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (for-profit)
Location	Lexington, VA	Alexandria, VA

Quick answers

Is Washington and Lee University or Washington University of Science and Technology harder to get into?

Washington University of Science and Technology is more selective: Washington and Lee University's acceptance rate is approximately 14% and Washington University of Science and Technology's is approximately 7% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Washington and Lee University vs Washington University of Science and Technology?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1430–1540 at Washington and Lee University and — at Washington University of Science and Technology. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.