C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
84/100 · earnings-weighted

Washburn Institute of Technology

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Topeka, Kansas 66604
ℹ️
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
B
68/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
C+
56/100
Prestige
C
48/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

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 first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$163,657
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,095
1-Year Change
+5.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Washburn Institute of Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$49,774
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,881
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$18,127
Median debt at graduation
67.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
13.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 36% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 96th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (KS wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Washburn Institute of Technology

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$59,779$67,652+17%#76 of 290#65$9,500
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians—$60,991-2%#34 of 55#34—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$43,321$48,940-13%#577 of 757#575$9,750
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$35,875$44,667-13%#237 of 319#218$5,500
Precision Metal Working$39,720$38,331-21%#336 of 365#335$8,250
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$37,254————$5,500
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$22,547$27,536+5%#427 of 1025#387$6,792

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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.

#5
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
of 48 schools
#7
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.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 168 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 126 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 87 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 57 grads/yr Electrician 52 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 35 grads/yr Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 34 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 34 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 27 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 21 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 20 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 19 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr Parts and Warehousing Operations and Maintenance Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Design and Visual Communications, General 16 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 14 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr

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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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology