Head Coach
Chris McHugh
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About Washington and Lee University Basketball
The Old Dominion Athletic Conference is one of Division III's most competitive leagues, and Washington and Lee competes in a region where every team takes defense seriously. Coach Chris McHugh has built a program that values basketball intelligence and versatility, players who can guard multiple positions and move the ball in structured offensive sets. This isn't a program built on iso scoring or one-dimensional talent. What sets W&L apart is the integration of academics and athletics without compromise. Located in Lexington, the campus culture emphasizes student-athlete development holistically. McHugh's coaching staff focuses on player development through a deliberate system rather than recruiting finished products. Guards need to facilitate; forwards need to defend the perimeter; centers need mobility and IQ in the paint. The Generals don't chase athleticism over basketball fundamentals. The ODAC is tightly bunched competitively, any given night produces surprises, which means consistency matters more than peaks. W&L expects disciplined preparation, efficient execution, and resilience through conference play. If you're someone who thrives on understanding the game's nuances, who wants to improve measurably through structured coaching, and who values an institution that takes academics as seriously as basketball, this program aligns with those priorities. The level of play is legitimate. The investment in your development is genuine. If you're serious about competing at this level, the preparation has to match the ambition. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL works with post-grad and high school athletes to build the skills that college coaches recruit. See what's possible at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$25,279/yr
Grad rate
96%
Enrollment
1,881
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $25,279 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $28 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $690 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $3,023 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $10,627 / year
- $110,001+
- $39,474 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,881
- Average net price
- $25,279 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $71,365 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $71,365 / year
- Graduation rate
- 96%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Old Dominion Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Averett University
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Location Danville, VA | Enrollment 1,231 | Avg. net price $27,629 |
Bridgewater College
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Location Bridgewater, VA | Enrollment 1,400 | Avg. net price $21,083 |
Eastern Mennonite University
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Location Harrisonburg, VA | Enrollment 754 | Avg. net price $24,731 |
Ferrum College
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Location , VA | Enrollment 699 | Avg. net price $18,070 |
Guilford College
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Location Greensboro, NC | Enrollment 1,001 | Avg. net price $22,813 |
Hampden-Sydney College
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Location Hampden Sydney, VA | Enrollment 946 | Avg. net price $26,626 |
Randolph College
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Location Lynchburg, VA | Enrollment 658 | Avg. net price $22,101 |
Randolph-Macon College
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Location Ashland, VA | Enrollment 1,639 | Avg. net price $28,145 |
Roanoke College
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Location Salem, VA | Enrollment 1,767 | Avg. net price $25,867 |
Shenandoah University
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Location Winchester, VA | Enrollment 2,116 | Avg. net price $31,149 |
University of Lynchburg
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Location Lynchburg, VA | Enrollment 1,577 | Avg. net price $27,198 |
Virginia Wesleyan University
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Location Virginia Beach, VA | Enrollment 1,256 | Avg. net price $20,237 |
Washington and Lee University
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Location Lexington, VA | Enrollment 1,881 | Avg. net price $25,279 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Washington and Lee University D3?
Yes, Washington and Lee University is an NCAA Division III program in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Washington and Lee University men's basketball.
What conference is Washington and Lee University in?
Washington and Lee University competes in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Washington and Lee University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $25,279 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Washington and Lee University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,881 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Washington and Lee University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D3, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D3 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
The Commitment Washington and Lee University Respects
D3 coaches at programs like Washington and Lee University extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.