Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Washington University in St Louis is a private institution in St. Louis with particular strength in engineering and biology. With an average SAT of 1530, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.9K undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
94% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $86,182 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,117.
Established
1853
Motto
Per veritatem vis
Mascot
Bear
Type
Private research university
Conference
University Athletic Association of NCAA Division III and previously was a founding member of the Missouri Valley Conference
Division
Division III
12%Acceptance
1530SAT Avg
7,897Students
7:1Student:Faculty
94%Grad Rate
$86,182Earnings 10yr
$22,117Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate12.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1530
Reading & WritingMid: 750
730770
MathMid: 780
770800
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 34
3335
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$62,982
Room & Board$20,778
Books & Supplies$1,264
Total Cost of Attendance$83,476
Average Net Price$22,117
Median Debt at Graduation$17,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$186
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$4,391
$30–48K$2,321
$48–75K$1,863
$75–110K$19,344
$110K+$42,712
Programs (277)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,897
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
11%
Pell Grant Recipients
16%
Race & Ethnicity
White 41%
Black 9%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 21%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 8%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate94.5%
Freshman Retention95.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$78,073
8 Years$81,347
10 Years$86,182
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$75,800
Men
$101,300
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Varsity Sports — Francis Field
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia