Tuition (in-state)$66,000
Student : faculty8:1
Acceptance17%
Enrollment2,200
Walk score55
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Education
| Programs | Business administration, economics, politics, accounting, journalism |
|---|---|
| Graduation | 92% six-year graduation rate |
| Teaching style | Seminar-style classes taught by faculty; no graduate teaching assistants. |
Tuition and cost
| In-state tuition | $66,000 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $66,000 |
| Room and board | $17,000 |
Sticker price before aid. Most students here pay less; see Scholarships and our guide to reading a financial aid letter.
Faculty
| Student : faculty ratio | 8:1 |
|---|---|
| Tenure | Roughly 65-80% tenured or tenure-track |
| Who teaches first-years | Faculty teach all first-year courses. |
- Student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1
- Six-year graduation rate of 92%
Location and walk score
55/ 100
| Setting | College-town campus; most errands walkable or a short bus ride |
|---|---|
| Climate | Four seasons; warm summers and cool winters |
| Getting around | Campus and city bus routes; car optional |
Things to do nearby
- Downtown Lexington
- Campus events and NCAA athletics
- Regional parks and trails within an hour
Graduate degrees
- Undergraduate only; graduate study through partner institutions
Jobs and outcomes
Median starting salary$72,000
Employed or in grad school within 6 months94%
Career servicesCareer center with employer fairs, resume review and alumni networking
Top employers of recent graduates
- Major employers in the Lexington, VA region
- National firms recruiting on campus; see the institution's first-destination report
Salary and placement figures are the institution's most recent first-destination survey, typically six months after graduation. Compare on the compare page.
Internships and co-ops
88%of students complete an internship or co-op
- Career center internship placements
- Faculty-mentored undergraduate research
Alumni
| Living alumni | 28,000 |
|---|---|
| Where graduates go | Graduate and professional school, finance, education, nonprofits |
Notable graduates
- See institution's alumni association for notable graduates
Teams
| Division | NCAA Division III |
|---|---|
| Conference | ODAC |
| Marquee sports | Football, basketball, soccer and Olympic sports at the varsity level |
| Club and intramural | Club and intramural programs in 20+ sports |
Scholarships
Johnson ScholarshipFull cost of attendance · Deadline: Dec 1
Need-based grant aidVaries with FAFSA results · Deadline: File FAFSA by the priority date
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