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Washington University in St Louis

St. Louis, Missouri · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$78,073

Acceptance Rate

12%

Graduation Rate

94%

Annual Tuition

$62,982

At a Glance

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Total Students

7,897

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Retention Rate

96%

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Faculty Ratio

7

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Financial Aid

14%

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Median Debt

$17,500

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Washington University in St. Louis is a private, non-profit institution with 7,897 students. The university has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 12% of applicants. It boasts a high graduation rate of 94.1% and a strong retention rate of 95.9%. The annual tuition cost is $62,982, and 14.3% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $57,622, increasing to $78,073 after five years, and $86,182 after ten years. The median debt for students is $17,500.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$58k

1 YEAR

$78k

5 YEARS

$86k

10 YEARS

Top 5% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Washington University in St. Louis graduates earn a median of $57,622. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $78,073, and after ten years, median earnings reach $86,182. The median debt for graduates is $17,500, and 14.3% of students receive financial aid.

Washington University in St. Louis has a high retention rate of 95.9% and a graduation rate of 94.1%. The university has an acceptance rate of 12% and a student population of 7,897. The in-state tuition is $62,982.

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Campus Location

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St. Louis, Missouri

St. Louis, MO 63130

Washington University in St Louis is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Washington University in St Louis has an acceptance rate of 12%.