Washburn University is a four-year, public school located in Topeka, KS. It is classified as Master's College and University with medium programs by Carnegie Classification

The Washburn's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,578 for Kansas residents and $20,582 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 82% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,040.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 5,460 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

Washburn ranked 10th in Kansas Colleges rankings. Washburn University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Washburn University is $9,578 for in-state students and $20,582 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $10,388 for in-state students and $20,068 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,052 for Kansas residents and $21,044 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,900 for Kansas residents and $20,568 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,578$20,582
Graduate$10,388$20,068
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,052$21,044
Graduate$10,900$20,568

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Graduation Rate »54%
Transfer-out Rate23%
Retention Rate69%(full-time), 40% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »5,460 (4,733 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$7,040

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Washburn University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Washburn
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Washburn University Directory Information

Address1700 SW College Avenue, Topeka, KS 66621
Phone785-670-1010
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (medium programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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