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Washburn University

country rank  637
world rank  1792

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University Overview

Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Topeka (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Kansas. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Washburn University (WU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Washburn University (WU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. WU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Washburn University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Washburn University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Washburn University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Washburn University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

University Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym WU
Founded 1865
Motto Purificatus non consumptus
Purified but not consumed
Colours Blue
Mascot Ichabod
Video Presentation n.a.

University Location

Address 1700 SW College Avenue
Topeka
66621-0001 Kansas
United States
Washburn University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Washburn University Phone Number (785) 670 1010
Washburn University Fax Number (785) 670 1009
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Recognition and Accreditation

Washburn University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Washburn University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Washburn University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Washburn University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Washburn University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Washburn University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Washburn University's academic range and degree level offering.



Washburn University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
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L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Washburn University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Washburn University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Washburn University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Washburn University.



Washburn University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Washburn University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors.

Admissions

Washburn University Admission Info


Washburn University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Washburn University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Washburn University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Washburn University has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Washburn University's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Washburn University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Washburn University's Admission Office Admission Office

1700 SW College Morgan 114
Topeka 66621
(785) 670 1030
800 332 0291

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Washburn University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Washburn University Size and Profile


Washburn University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Washburn University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Washburn University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Washburn University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Washburn University's Control Type Control Type

Washburn University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Washburn University's Entity Type Entity Type

Washburn University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Washburn University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Washburn University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Washburn University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Washburn University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Washburn University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Washburn University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Washburn University Facilities


Washburn University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Washburn University's Library
Washburn University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 283,600 physical volumes, 22,168 physical media, 61,977 digital/electronic media and 601 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 44 full-time employees, including 17 librarians. Washburn University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Washburn University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Washburn University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,004 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Washburn University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Washburn University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Washburn University Services


Washburn University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Washburn University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Washburn University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Washburn University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Washburn University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Washburn University Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Washburn University's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Memberships and Affiliations

Washburn University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Washburn University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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