Washburn Institute of Technology — acceptance rate 41%, tuition $7,296
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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
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.
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.
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.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~370 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person97%
Hybrid (Some Online)1%
Fully Online2%
📊 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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