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Washington University in St. Louis

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Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, MO

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Private

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Comprehensive

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Washington University in St. Louis, commonly known as WashU, is a private research university located in St. Louis, Missouri. The university is renowned for its strong commitment to academic excellence and innovative research across a wide array of disciplines.
15,934
Students
12%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
8,153
Classification
Comprehensive
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
washu.edu
With a vibrant campus life and a culture of intellectual curiosity, WashU attracts students and faculty from around the globe. The university fosters an inclusive community that encourages collaboration and personal growth. Students at WashU benefit from a wide range of interdisciplinary programs and state-of-the-art facilities that support their academic and professional aspirations. WashU's dedication to societal impact and community engagement also underscores its role as a pivotal institution in the St. Louis region and beyond.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Washington University in St. Louis?

12% acceptance rate
Very Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1521
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 4
Early Decision
Yes

The most important factors Washington University in St. Louis considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Application Essay
  • •Character/Personal Qualities

Financials

See what it costs to attend Washington University in St. Louis.

$ 102,260
Overall list price
$ 22,408
Average net price
$ 102,260
Merit Price™
Very Stingy
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Washington University in St. Louis?

Urban
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Moderate
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Average
Average winter temp
38°
Average summer temp
75°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Washington University in St. Louis.

10:1
Student to faculty ratio
85%
4-year grad rate
93%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at WashU are:

  • Computer Science
  • Experimental Psychology
  • Finance, General

Demographics

Who attends Washington University in St. Louis?

50
States represented
45
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
15,934
Women
52%
Men
48%

Housing

What's it like living at Washington University in St. Louis?

$24,272
Room & Board
0.3
Housing units / student
71
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Washington University in St. Louis cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $102,260 to attend WashU.

How many people attend Washington University in St. Louis?

15,934 people attend WashU. 8,153 are undergraduate students and 7,781 are graduate students.

Where is Washington University in St. Louis located?

Washington University in St. Louis is located in St. Louis, Missouri. It is in an Urban environment.

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