The PATH program at Washington and Lee University is an all-expenses-paid visit program for high-achieving students who have excelled in their communities and are preparing for college with limited support or access to resources. PATH offers a chance to take the next step with guidance, connection, and a firsthand look at life at W&L. Learn more about PATH »
Who is PATH for?
If any of the following describe you, PATH might be a great fit:
PATH is open to rising high school seniors (Class of 2027) attending school in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
This application will close on August 2 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. PATH application decisions will be released by August 16 via email. Your progress will not be saved until the application is submitted. Please do not navigate away from this page.
There are two PATH events in fall 2026. Applicants will be considered for participation in one of the two, not both. If you do not indicate any scheduling conflicts below, our team will determine your program placement based on overall fit and availability. Please note that participation in PATH is selective, and placement in either program is not guaranteed.
Do you have a conflict with any of the PATH program dates?
Will you be enrolling in university with an F1 visa?To help us better advise PATH participants, we’d like to understand your residency status and any visa support you may need for college enrollment. This information will not affect your eligibility for PATH or admission to Washington and Lee.
Please select the scenario that best represents your anticipated status at time of university enrollment.
A first generation college student is someone for whom neither parent/legal guardian have completed a bachelor's degree in the United States. If this describes you, check the "Yes" box.
What language(s) do you speak at home? (Select all that apply. )
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Which do you consider your first language(s)? (Select all that apply. )
Type "Homeschool" in the School Name field and select the option for "Lexington, VA" that appears. Other information, like rank and class size, is not required.
These actions include, but are not limited to: probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, detention, or expulsion from your school or a leadership position.
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We would like to understand how you are engaged in your community. In the next section, we ask that you do one of the following (or both):
Describe up to five of your extracurricular activities, work experiences, and/or family responsibilities in 1-2 sentences.