Washburn University
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$8,652
Avg in-state tuition
$19,656
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About Washburn University
Washburn University is a medium-sized public university located on an urban campus in Topeka, Kansas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,070, and admissions are selective. The university offers 67 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 51%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $8,652, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $19,656.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
Information not available
Retention Rate Insight
70% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
51% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores --
High school transcript --
High school rank --
Letter of recommendation --
High school GPA --
Open admission Yes
Completion of college prep program --
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) --
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.
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Students enrolled
47%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
55%
Unknown
21%
Hispanic
10%
Black
6%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
62%
Socio-economic diversity
37% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
28
Total Online Enrollment
2,775
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 63% online
Associate 24% online
Bachelor's 16% online
Graduate Certificate 67% online
Master's 29% online
Doctorate 33% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,652 | $19,656 |
| Graduate | $9,416 | $19,096 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,715 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $12,030 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,600 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,600 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $22,967 | $33,971 |
| Off-campus without family | $25,282 | $36,286 |
| Off-campus with family | $13,252 | $24,256 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
48%
State Grant Aid
17%
Institution Grant Aid
69%
Pell Grant
37%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debt after graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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