B
Good
Score: 63/100

Washburn University

4-Year Public
📍 Topeka, Kansas 66621
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
C+
63/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

5,663
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,894
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Washburn University

15% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 872 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

The Washburn University Town Property Report

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🏆 Where Washburn University Ranks

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

🥈
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
of 70 schools
🥈
Criminalistics and Criminal Science
of 6 schools
#4
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
of 48 schools
#10
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
of 37 schools
#29
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
of 94 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $9,464 $20,468
Room $6,180
Board $4,579
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,787 $34,791

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
37%
Take Out Loans
$12,894
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,589
$30,001 - $48,000$10,136
$48,001 - $75,000$13,702
$75,001 - $110,000$17,518
$110,001+$17,323

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 130 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 100 grads/yr Law 96 grads/yr Social Work 60 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 53 grads/yr Psychology, General 49 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 46 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 39 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 39 grads/yr Finance, General 33 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing 32 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 30 grads/yr Criminalistics and Criminal Science 30 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 29 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 29 grads/yr Accounting 27 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 26 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 22 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 22 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Washburn University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates
$156k/yr 27,300 jobs
Lawyers
$151k/yr 864,800 jobs
Law teachers, postsecondary
$127k/yr 29,500 jobs
Administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers
$115k/yr 17,500 jobs
Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators
$68k/yr 9,100 jobs

Student Demographics

5,663
Total Students
64%
Women
66%
Traditional Age (18-24)
15%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 14%
Black 7%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 60%
Off-Campus (Renters) 15%
With Family 24%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~872 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Washburn University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Washburn University?
Tuition at Washburn University is $9,464 for in-state students and $20,468 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,894.
What is the graduation rate at Washburn University?
The graduation rate at Washburn University is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Washburn University a good school?
Washburn University has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Washburn University?
Washburn University has a total enrollment of 5,663 students.
Is there rental demand near Washburn University?
Yes! Approximately 15% of students at Washburn University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 872 students who need rental housing near campus.

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