Washburn University
Originally founded as a combination high school/private Congregational school, Washburn University is a 4-year university in the Kansas state capital of Topeka. Washburn hosts five colleges conferring undergraduate degrees in over 200 academic fields of study. For students interested in the fine and performing arts, the WU campus is home to the Mulvane Art Gallery displaying student work as well as the White Concert Hall and Gray Theatre hosting musical and dramatic performances produced by students and faculty. To provide a break from the classroom, Washburn fields 16 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Ichabods, a nod to the university’s founder.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 23, 2019 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | January 18, 2020 |
Admitted Student Stats
88%
Submitting ACT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
6,571
Total Number of Undergrads
5,711
Classroom Sizes
0
100
18%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
34%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $8,202
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| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $18,450
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$9,144
|
| Books and Supplies | $1000
|
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
48%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,893
48%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,805
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$5,344
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
51%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,463
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$175
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
49
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
13%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Ichabods
School Colors
Blue/White
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Topeka
Kansas City
Lawrence
Wichita
Emporia
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
67%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,085
What Students Are Saying
3.67
Average Rating
Provides a very strong medical education. Campus isn't too big to walk to classes. Offers in class and online education.
Naomi from topeka, KS
Washburn university is a great school. The faculty members are extremely nice and understanding. Everyone I have encountered at Washburn university so far has been very helpful.
Tya from TOPEKA, KS
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