Washburn University

Washburn University offers an affordable education, especially for in-state students, with tuition charged per credit hour. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Washburn for its low student debt upon graduation. The university also provides various financial aid options, including merit-based and need-based scholarships, federal and state aid, and work-study programs.

Washburn University has a mandatory application fee payment of USD 70 for undergraduate programmes and 40 USD for graduate programmes. International students need to have a minimum GPA requirement of 2.5 on a minimum average scale of 4.0. The university follows an open-admission policy.

Washburn University emphasizes small class sizes and personalized attention from experienced faculty, with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. Eighty-one percent of full-time faculty members hold doctorates or the highest degree awarded in their discipline. The university offers more than 200 academic programs, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and analytical skills.

Washburn University prepares students for careers, citizenship, and lifelong learning through a blend of liberal arts education and professional training. More than 1,000 students participate in internships each year, gaining hands-on experience in a professional work environment. The university boasts a strong alumni network spanning various industries and professions across the United States and globally.

Washburn University offers a vibrant campus culture with more than 125 student organizations and clubs, as well as 16 intercollegiate men's and women's sports. Students can participate in over 500 campus events throughout the year, including Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming, and Bowtie, a student involvement fair. Greek life has been a part of Washburn since 1909, providing students with a close-knit community.

The Washburn University Police Department (WUPD) is responsible for all aspects of public safety for the University community, providing safety and security services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The WUPD monitors all intrusion and fire alarms in buildings on campus and utilizes a network of over 150 CCTV cameras, both inside and outside buildings. Any criminal act, or suspected criminal activity should be reported immediately to WUPD by calling 670-1153.

The University Honors Program at Washburn provides students with the opportunity to personalize and deepen their educational experience through engaging courses, independent projects, connections with faculty, extracurricular activities, and study abroad programs. Honors students can live in the Honors Learning Community in the residence halls, taking a shared course and enjoying exclusive social activities. Honors freshmen get first enrollment choice in classes.

Washburn University supports international education through study abroad programs in over 20 countries, an International Students Office offering resources for students coming from abroad, and language and culture programs. The university provides visa support and cultural orientation for international students. Five percent of the undergraduate student body is international.