C+

Above Average

Score: 58/100

Washburn Institute of Technology

Less than 2-Year Public

📍 Topeka, Kansas 66604

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 63%

Outcomes

C+

58/100

Affordability

68/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

C+

56/100

Prestige

48/100

Quick Stats

1,187

Total Enrollment

63%

Graduation Rate

71%

Retention Rate

16.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

41%

Acceptance Rate

$12,137

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Washburn Institute of Technology ▼

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 370 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$163,657

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,095

1-Year Change

+5.7%

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For parents & investors

The Washburn Institute of Technology Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $163,657
Avg rent near campus: $1,095/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 66603 (9.4% cap, Topeka)

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🏆 Where Washburn Institute of Technology Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician

of 48 schools

Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician

of 28 schools

#18

Carpentry/Carpenter

of 52 schools

#30

Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$7,296	$7,296

Financial Aid

64%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

15%

Take Out Loans

$12,137

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$12,951
$30,001 - $48,000	$12,655

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Washburn Institute of Technology's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants

$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers

$51k/yr 457,300 jobs

Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders

$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Industrial engineering technologists and technicians

$65k/yr 74,600 jobs

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Paramedics

$58k/yr 101,900 jobs

Emergency medical technicians

$41k/yr 181,000 jobs

Signal and track switch repairers

$84k/yr 8,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,187

Total Students

36%

Women

32%

Traditional Age (18-24)

31%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%

Hispanic 15%

Black 6%

Two or More 5%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%

With Family 69%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~370 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 97%

Hybrid (Some Online) 1%

Fully Online 2%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%

25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Washburn Institute of Technology?

Washburn Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 41%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend Washburn Institute of Technology?

Tuition at Washburn Institute of Technology is $7,296 for in-state students and $7,296 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,137.

What is the graduation rate at Washburn Institute of Technology?

The graduation rate at Washburn Institute of Technology is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Washburn Institute of Technology a good school?

Washburn Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Washburn Institute of Technology?

Washburn Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 1,187 students.

Is there rental demand near Washburn Institute of Technology?

Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Washburn Institute of Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 370 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Topeka area.

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