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Washburn University, or WU, is a co-educational, public institution of higher learning located in Topeka, Kansas, United States. It was established in the year 1865. WU offers many undergraduate and graduate programs as well as professional programs in law and business. Washburn University enrolls more 5,000 undergraduate students and over 1,000 graduate students every year. The university is organized into the following academic divisions:
Washburn University’s athletics department fields various men’s and women’s sports teams. They are nicknamed the Washburn Ichabods and the Lady Blues. They compete in the NCAA Division II sports.
Washburn University is located in a medium-sized city, in Topeka, KS. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Washburn University top out at the Master's degree.
One of the good things about the school is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at Washburn University often study law.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
Washburn University offers classes to 6,901 students (5,547 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at the school.
Washburn University has a large share of part-time students. Students sports include formal participation in Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Washburn University
1700 SW College Avenue
Topeka, KS 66621-0001
General Phone: (785) 670-1010
http://www.washburn.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 171 | business management, finance, accounting, marketing, business, non-profit management, managerial economics, banking, ... |
| Medical Support And Technology | 161 | radiation therapist, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiographer, respiratory care tech, medical coding, surgical tech |
| Law | 154 | law, legal assistant, legal secretary, legal studies |
| Liberal Arts | 103 | political science, English, history, interdisciplinary studies, sociology, anthropology, Spanish language, German language, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 100 | registered nursing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 90 | criminal justice and administration, corrections, forensic science, security services management, security and loss prevention |
| Family And Social Work | 82 | social work, human services, public administration |
| Therapy And Counseling | 78 | mental and social health services, psychology, physical therapist assistant, substance abuse counseling |
| Education And Teaching | 72 | elementary school teaching, educational administration, special ed, physical education teaching, music teaching, early childhood education, math teaching, reading teaching, ... |
| Media | 48 | mass communication, communication studies |
| Medical Administration | 36 | health and medical administrative, medical records tech, health care facilities management |
| Design | 32 | design and applied arts |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 25 | computer and info science, systems analyst |
| Science | 22 | biology, chemistry, physics, physical sciences, natural sciences |
| Art Studies | 15 | art studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 15 | health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Mechanics And Repair | 15 | mechanic and repair |
| Music | 4 | music, music performance |
| Office And Administration | 3 | administrative assistant, office management |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama |
| Religion And Philosophy | 2 | philosophy, religion |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Fine Arts | 1 | art history and criticism |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 0 | institutional food workers |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | engineering technology, drafting |
Number of programs and degrees for Washburn University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 725 | 63 |
| First-professional degree | 137 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 137 | 18 |
| Associate's degree | 122 | 25 |
| Master's degree | 111 | 9 |
In 2007, Washburn University had a total enrollment of 6,901 students (5,547 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 84% |
| Part-Time | 16% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 6% |
| First Professional | 5% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 40% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 52% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kansas | 91% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
| Part-Time | 42 % |
Washburn University offers campus housing for 674 of its 5,547 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Topeka, Kansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,549 | 1,549 | 100% | 793 | 51% |
| Men | 622 | 610 | 98% | 325 | 53% |
| Women | 927 | 913 | 98% | 468 | 51% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 79% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,636 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,686 |
| Room and board | $ 5,281 |
| Room charge | $ 2,941 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,340 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,462 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,895 |
Financial Aid:
Washburn University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 194900)
Washburn University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 84 | 48 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 29 | 47 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 24 | 30 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $92,354 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $64,228 | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 3 | $51,441 | 3 | $55,006 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $67,544 | 9 | $74,984 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 42 | $101,171 | 15 | $84,890 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 43 | $66,680 | 33 | $71,215 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 22 | $53,279 | 42 | $52,923 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 20 | $41,190 | 26 | $42,069 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 128 | $71,484 | 116 | $59,828 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Basketball | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Baseball | Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 124 | 59 | 183 |
| Football | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| Baseball | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| Basketball | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 20 | 46 | 66 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer and Information Sciences, General
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Institutional Food Workers
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Engineering Technology, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Office Management and Supervision
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Natural Sciences
Physical Sciences
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Forensic Science and Technology
Securities Services Administration/Management
Security and Loss Prevention Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
Physical Therapist Assistant
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Washburn University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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