PrivateUrban
Washington University of Science and Technology
IGlobal University
Alexandria, Virginia 22314-5202
Campus Vibe
Business-focusedTight-knitUrbanInternational
Among the most selective in the Northeast — known for computer science
Washington University of Science and Technology is a private institution in Alexandria with particular strength in computer science and business.
A small campus of 302 undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
55% of students graduate within four years.
Established
1882
Mascot
Swoop
Type
Public university
Conference
Big Sky Conference of the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division I as the Eastern Washington Eagles
Division
Division I
Campus Visits
114 upcoming visits · Next: Mon, Apr 13 · Campus Tour
11%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
302Students
16:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
News & Alerts
program2026-03-15
Washington University of Science and Technology Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
Acceptance Rate11.5%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$13,178
Books & Supplies$1,200
Financial Intel
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
10000.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
2
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Programs (7)
Student Body
Undergrads
302
Gender Split
35% / 65%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
0%
Race & Ethnicity
Asian 1%
Int'l 84%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate54.5%
Freshman Retention59.7%
Rankings
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Varsity Sports
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
111High
Estimated from VA state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125
Nearest Cities
Washingtonpop. 690K
8 mi(14 min)
Baltimorepop. 570K
42 mi(73 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
130 mi(225 min)