Topeka,
KS
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About Washburn University
Washburn University is a public, city university in the city of Topeka, Kansas. Washburn University was founded in 1865. The college currently enrolls around 5,460 students per year, including 4,733 undergrads.
Washburn University Acceptance Rate
It is not competitive to get into Washburn University. In 2022, Washburn University accepted 98% of applicants. In 2022, 2,434 students applied to Washburn University and 2,392 were admitted.
| Washburn University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 98% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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Washburn University is located in the city of Topeka, Kansas, near Kansas City.
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College Info
Washburn University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Washburn University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Washburn University is Continuous processing.
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Washburn University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
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Math SAT Range
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Reading SAT Range
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Washburn University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$20,065
In State$31,289
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,196
$20,420
Fees
$110
$110
Housing
$10,759
$10,759
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Washburn University is like? There are approximately 5,460 students enrolled at Washburn University, including 4,733 undergraduate students and 727 graduate students. 67% percent of students attend school full-time, 89% percent are from KS and 11% percent of students are from other states.
67%
Full Time33%
Part Time89%
In State11%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,460
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
98%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$9,306
Out-of-State
$20,530
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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