You would borrow a median $19,500 — about $222 a month for ten years. Graduates earn a median $94,810 ten years after starting, so the debt clears in roughly 0.4 years of the salary premium.
Yes — on the federal figures this is one of the fastest-paying degrees in the country.
Under roughly 15% of gross pay, repayment is generally considered manageable alongside rent and living costs.
We do not list an award tied specifically to Washington & Lee University yet — but national, country and subject scholarships still apply to students heading there, and each one cuts the $19,500 above.
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The typical graded university clears its debt in 1.3 years on median earnings of $57,146 against $22,500 of debt. Washington & Lee University clears its debt faster than that, and its graduates earn $55,290 a year more than a US worker with only a high-school diploma.
| Nearby university | Grade | Debt | Earnings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia Virginia | A | $17,500 | $86,863 | 0.4 yrs |
| George Mason University Virginia | A | $19,500 | $76,343 | 0.5 yrs |
| University of Richmond Virginia | A | $21,000 | $76,178 | 0.6 yrs |
| Virginia Military Institute Virginia | B | $22,996 | $77,369 | 0.6 yrs |
| James Madison University Virginia | B | $20,093 | $69,954 | 0.7 yrs |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard — earnings and debt cover students who received federal financial aid and blend every subject taught at the institution. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026. This page is information, not financial advice.