Washington University in St. Louis
- A+Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- Saint Louis, MO
- 1,458 reviews
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- AcademicsA+
- ValueA+
- DiversityA
- CampusA+
- AthleticsA-
- Party SceneA-
- ProfessorsA+
- LocationA
- DormsA+
- Campus FoodA+
- Student LifeA+
- SafetyB
At WashU, you will draw strength from a community of achievers who inspire each other with their creativity and tenacity. You’ll acquire the confidence and skills to succeed as a professional and as a person, ready to change the world. You’ll learn from faculty leading their fields, and you’ll have the opportunity to work side by side with them on independent projects.
College isn’t just about academics. With more than 380 clubs and student-run organizations, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to get involved while having fun with your peers and friends.
You’ll find St. Louis offers the ideal balance of small-town feel and big city opportunities. Your first home will be located on campus on the South 40, a vibrant community, complete with residential colleges, great food, fitness center, study areas, and student-run businesses.
Cost should never be a barrier to an exceptional education. We meet 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all admitted students.
Upcoming Events
Common ground at WashU: Student Group Panel Webinar
Virtual
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Join student leaders for a special panel discussion regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and student activism at WashU. Learn how to find community and resources, and hear first-hand accounts of student experiences regarding equity advancement and diversity initiatives on campus.
Signature Scholars Programs Webinar
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Join the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Office of Scholars Programs to learn about WashU’s Signature Scholar Programs and their communities, and what committees are looking for in the application process! This webinar will also feature a student panel with students from each program to talk about their WashU experience as part of these scholar communities.
Engage with Emily: Q&A with the Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Online
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Supporting your student: College search advice for parents and families Join WashU’s Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Emily Almas, to learn how you can support your student throughout the application process.
Engineering Day
Online
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Learn how you can be involved in cutting-edge innovation, build innovative partnerships in academia and industry, and prepare for a professional career in the diverse fields of engineering.
Washington University in St. Louis Rankings
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Admissions
Will You Get Into WashU?
Test Scores and High School GPA for Washington University in St. Louis See Other Colleges
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Academics
- 91%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.93 responses
- 76%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.113 responses
- 46%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.112 responses
Majors
Beyond Boundaries
The Beyond Boundaries Program helps talented, self-initiated, and self-motivated students become creative problem solvers and insightful scholars who are prepared to pursue their own broad interdisciplinary interests. This unique educational experience requires collaboration across academic disciplines and perspectives, drawing on the strength and interconnectedness of the our seven schools.
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Campus Life
- 56%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.126 responses
- 51%
- of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports.145 responses
After College
- 84%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.55 responses