Overview
Enrollment
Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) is a private research university located in the suburb of St. Louis, Missouri, closely tied to the cultural and business hubs of the city. Founded in 1853, the campus is noted for its Collegiate Gothic architecture and offers a variety of student housing options, including residential colleges and modern apartments. WUSTL is recognized for rigorous academics, with distinguished programs in Medicine, Social Work, Art, Architecture, and Engineering. The university offers a highly selective admissions process, attracting a diverse and academically talented student body. While WUSTL is not primarily known for its athletic programs, it competes in the NCAA Division III as the Bears, with a variety of men's and women's sports teams.
In the most recent statistical year 32,014 prospective students applied, and 3,764 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,813 enrolled in the school. 14,629 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,383 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $59,420 plus fees of $1,170. WUSTL is ranked 20 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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WUSTL is rated within the top 5% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Washington University in St Louis within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#20 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Missouri
#18 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1500/1570 |
| ACT | 33/35 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.92 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 4, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,180 |
| Other Fees | $1,170 |
| Room and Board | $18,470 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,236 |
| Total One Year Cost | $83,476 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Social Sciences | 16% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179867 IPEDS survey data for Washington University in St Louis.
Current students may use the Washington University in St Louis GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.