Washington and Lee Johnson Scholarship
The Johnson Scholarship at Washington and Lee is a premier full-ride merit award. If you are hunting selective liberal-arts full rides, this programme stays on serious lists every year.
Washington and Lee University · United States (Lexington, VA) · Undergraduate · Full-ride merit scholarship
What it is
Johnson Scholarship Program is a highly selective undergraduate scholarship tied to Washington and Lee University. It is a true merit full-ride style award for a small cohort — not the same as general need-based aid.
Who it is for
High-achieving high school seniors applying to W&L who submit the Johnson Scholarship application and meet academic and leadership standards.
What funding usually covers
Typically covers tuition, room, board, and additional enrichment or stipend components as described by W&L for that year — confirm the current package.
How to apply
- Apply for admission to Washington and Lee.
- Submit the separate Johnson Scholarship application by the published deadline.
- Prepare for on-campus or virtual scholarship finalist events if invited.
- Complete any financial forms if you also want need-based aid consideration.
Documents people commonly need
- W&L admission application
- Johnson Scholarship essays
- Recommendations
- Transcript
- Test scores if you choose to submit
Typical timeline
Johnson deadlines usually align with early winter for first-year entry. Finalist weekends often follow in the spring semester timeline — verify on wlu.edu.
Practical tips
- Treat Johnson essays as seriously as the admission essays.
- Know why W&L — not only why a full ride.
- Interview weekends test presence and judgment, not memorised scripts.
Common questions
Is Johnson automatic with admission?
No. You must complete the Johnson Scholarship application and compete in the selection process.
Does W&L also meet need?
W&L provides need-based aid separately. Johnson is merit. You can explore both paths as the school allows.
Official source
Aid rules and deadlines change. Read the current information on the school’s official page before you apply.
Last reviewed for this guide: 2026-08-09.
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