by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Washington and Lee ranks among other schools offering degrees in accounting.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for accounting majors, Washington and Lee came in at #35. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #2 in Virginia.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Washington and Lee University handed out 46 bachelor's degrees in accounting. This is a decrease of 25% over the previous year when 61 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Washington and Lee, accounting students borrow a median amount of $16,750 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all accounting bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $26,168.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the accounting majors at Washington and Lee University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 46 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting from Washington and Lee. About 72% were men and 28% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Washington and Lee are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 74% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington and Lee University with a bachelor's in accounting.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 6 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 98 |
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