Washington & Jefferson College

For two and a half centuries, Washington & Jefferson College has provided a first-rate liberal arts education that is both broad and practical, preparing students as ethical leaders poised for professional success. The W&J experience stands apart by emphasizing continuous professional preparation and the development of leaders committed to a standard of uncommon integrity.

A Legacy of Leadership:

As one of the oldest colleges west of the Allegheny Mountains, W&J College has been educating people who become leaders in their professions and communities since 1781. We empower our students to assume roles of leadership throughout campus, and we lead the way in integrating professional readiness with intellectual engagement. Ethical leadership is embedded in our DNA – it’s how we approach our work and live our lives, how we learn and interact with our peers – and regardless of your academic pursuit, you will learn the key principles of leading with integrity.

Our Campus:

Our beautiful 65-acre campus in Washington, Pennsylvania is in walking distance of the restaurants, coffee shops, and community events in a growing downtown business district. It’s also just 30 miles south of Pittsburgh and all it has to offer. On campus, you’ll find comfy spaces for study and social time in our eclectic mix of historic and modern buildings. And, with a variety of student activities like concerts and movie nights at our amphitheater, there’s always something going on.

Community Connections:

We foster a supportive, diverse culture where all members of our campus community are valued, included, and able to realize their full potential. You’ll find community on campus through clubs and organizations centered around your interests, and internships, volunteer opportunities and more, you’ll build your community off-campus, too. With more than 20,000 hours of community service last year, we're taking the lead in living, playing, and serving in our extended community.

Academic Excellence:

• 10:1 Student/Faculty Ratio
• 81% Classes with fewer than 20 students
• 124 Number of FTE faculty
• 98% Full-time tenure/tenure track faculty with terminal degrees

2021-22 Enrollment:

• 1156 total enrolment
• 566/590 Male/Female Ratio
• 21% Minority students
• 73% Pennsylvania Residents
• 26% Out-of-State Students
• 1% International students

Accepted Student Profile:

• 3.5 Average GPA (unweighted)
• 1180 Mid 50% SAT (Critical Reading and Math Sections Only)
• 25-24 Mid 50% ACT (Critical Reading and Math Sections Only)

Most Popular Majors:

• #1 Business Administration
• #2 Psychology
• #3 English
• #4 History
• #5 Economics, Neuroscience, and Computer & Information Studies

From the day you arrive on campus, you will experience first-hand how we deliver on our promise. Inside and outside of the classroom, you will receive undivided attention from our dedicated faculty and staff, helping you every step of the way to explore and uncover your passions and academic opportunities.

For information on admission requirements, kindly contact our admissions counsellor!