Washington University in St Louis

A research university based in St. Louis, Washington University features additional campuses throughout the area. The university's 11 schools and colleges provide over 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 90 degree options. The online University College offers seven degrees and certificates, including an AA degree that prepares graduates for transfer to a four-year college or university. In Washington University's Faculty Fellows Program, some professors live in a residence hall, allowing them to provide vital mentoring services to undergraduates. The university also offers other valuable student services, such as a career center that works with degree-seekers to explore career options and practice interviewing skills. Prospective undergraduates submit high school transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, recommendations, and at least one essay. All incoming students provide FAFSA results, and those with demonstrated financial need receive aid automatically. Washington University also proudly participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program to provide veterans and active-duty military students with additional financial aid opportunities.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
72% of students
were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools
with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but
are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
88% 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
75% 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: | Required | High school transcript: | Required |
High school rank: | Considered (not required) | Letter of recommendation: | Not required or recommended |
High school GPA: | Required | Open admission: | No |
Completion of college prep program: | Recommended | Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL): |
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment: Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits: Yes
Credit for qualified life experience*:
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*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials,
or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a
portfolio to earn credit.
Learning Environment
5k
Students enrolledOnline student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio
68%
Online student enrollmentStudent to faculty ratio
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
# | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
2 | Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |
4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |
5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
7 | Education | ✕ | ✔ | ✕ |
8 | English Language And Literature/Letters | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |
9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
10 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |
11 | Health Professions And Related Programs | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |
12 | History | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
13 | History | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
14 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
15 | Mathematics And Statistics | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
16 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
18 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
20 | Physical Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
21 | Psychology | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
22 | Security And Protective Services | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
23 | Social Sciences | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
24 | Visual And Performing Arts | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |