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Southeast Missouri State University EIU University of Missouri-Kansas City KU Northwest Pitt State Western Illinois University WSU Fort Hays State University ESU University of Missouri-Columbia K-State| Washburn University | University of Central Missouri | College 3 | College 4 | |
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Overview |
Washburn University | Central | ||
| Location | Topeka, KS | Warrensburg, MO | ||
| Setting | Midsize City | Rural Fringe | ||
| Enrollment | 5,460 | 11,637 | ||
| Type | Public 4 Year | Public 4 Year | ||
| National Ranking | #708 | |||
| Religious Affiliation | - | - | - | - |
| Status | Non-profit | Non-profit | ||
| Website | washburn.edu | ucmo.edu | ||
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Costs |
Washburn University | Central | ||
| Tuition (In State) | $9,044 | $8,040 | ||
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| Tuition (Out of State) | $20,328 | $16,080 | ||
| Room & Board | $10,040 | $9,699 | ||
| Avg Net Price | $12,473 | $15,117 | ||
| Avg Grant Aid | $7,818 | $6,517 | ||
| % Receiving Grant Aid | 100% | 98% |
Admission |
Washburn University | Central | ||
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| Admission Chances | Calculate | Calculate | ||
| Applied | - | 4,993 | ||
| Admitted | - | 3,562 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 71.3% | |||
| Enrolled % | 28.9% | |||
| Avg High School GPA | 3.46 | 3.68 | ||
| Typical High School Grades | B+ | B+ | ||
| Admissions Standards | Unavailable | Moderate | ||
| Applicant Competition | Low | |||
| ACT Range | 19/25 | |||
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| Submit Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | |||
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Academics |
Washburn University | Central | ||
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| Student to Faculty Ratio | 13:1 | 19:1 | ||
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Outcomes |
Washburn University | Central | ||
| Graduation Rate | 37% | 50% | ||
| Median Earnings (After 10 years) | $42,300 | $41,500 | ||
| Making Student Loan Payments | 49% | 59% | ||
| Median Student Loan Debt | $16,900 | $22,441 | ||
| Median Loan Payment | $174 | $232 |
Diversity |
Washburn University | Central | ||
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| % Men | 36% | 46% | ||
| % Women | 64% | 54% | ||
| Racial Diversity | Medium | Low | ||
| HBCU | No | No | ||
| % White | 64% | 77% | ||
| % Black | 6% | 11% | ||
| % Hispanic | 8% | 4% | ||
| % Native American | 1% | 0% | ||
| % Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Two or More Races | 4% | 4% | ||
| % International | 3% | 2% | ||
| % Unknown Race | 14% | 1% |
Students |
Washburn University | Central | ||
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| % In-State | 84% | 88% | ||
| % Out-of-State | 2% | 11% | ||
Campus |
Washburn University | Central | ||
| Campus Housing | Yes | Yes | ||
| Freshman Dorm Required | No | No | ||
| Meal Plan | Yes | Yes | ||
| Weekend/Evening Classes | Yes | Yes | ||
| Daycare Facility | No | Yes | ||
| Learn More | Details | Details |
Comparable Facts
- University of Central Missouri is larger than than Washburn University based on total student enrollment (11,637 students vs. 5,460 students)
Washburn University vs. Central Cost Comparison
Which college is more expensive, Washburn University or Central?
- Washburn University is 12.5% more expensive to attend than Central for in-state tuition ($9,044.00 vs. $8,040.00)
- Out of state tuition is 26.4% higher at Washburn University than University of Central Missouri ($20,328.00 vs. $16,080.00)
- The typical actual cost that students pay to attend (average net price) is less at Washburn University than Central ($12,473 vs. $15,117)
- Living costs (room and board or off-campus housing budget) at University of Central Missouri are 3.5% lower than costs at Washburn University ($9,699 vs. $10,040)
- More students receive financial grant aid at Washburn University than University of Central Missouri (100% vs. 98%)
- The average total grant financial aid received by Washburn University students is 20% larger than aid received University of Central Missouri ($7,818 vs. $6,517)
Which college is harder to get into, Washburn University or Central? Average SAT and ACT scores plus acceptance rates offer good insight into the difficulty of admission between Central or Washburn University .
- Accepted freshman Central students have a 0.22 point higher average high school GPA (3.68) than students at Washburn University (3.46)
Washburn University vs. Central Graduation Outcomes Comparison
Which is better, Washburn University or Central? Graduation rate, salary and amount of student loan debt are indicators of a college which offers better outcomes for its graduates. Compare the following outcomes facts between Central and Washburn University.
- The graduation rate at Central is higher than Washburn University (50% vs. 37%)
- Graduates from Washburn University earn on average $800 more per year than Central graduates after ten years. ($42,300 vs. $41,500)
- Washburn University students graduate with a $5,541 lower median federal student loan debt than Central graduates. ($16,900 vs. $22,441)
- Washburn University graduates are paying $58 less per month on federal student loans than Central graduates. ($174 vs. $232)
- More Central graduates are actively paying back their federal student loan debt than former Washburn University students, three years after graduation. (59% vs. 49%)
Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/