Washington University in St Louis
#21 National RankTest Flexible📍 Saint Louis
Washington University in St. Louis is a private research university in Missouri with about 17,000 students. Known for its collaborative and welcoming atmosphere, WashU is especially strong in pre-medical studies, business, social sciences, and engineering. Its tree-lined campus features Collegiate Gothic and modern architecture, offering both beauty and practicality. With a reputation for strong academics, supportive faculty, and Midwestern friendliness, WashU is often considered one of the most underrated top-tier universities.
Admissions Statistics
Regular Decision
Applicants
27,937
Admitted
2,734
Admit Rate
0.097863049%
Total Enrolled
1,847
Early Decision
Early Applicants
4,817
Early Admitted
1,217
ED Admit Rate
0.2526468756%
Admits from Early
0.3080232852%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
N/A
Accepted Spot
2,658
Admitted
210
WL Admit Rate
0%
Academic Profile
Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
4.19
Top 10% of Class
0.86%
Top 25% of Class
0.98%
Top 50% of Class
1%
Demographics
Men
862
Admit Rate: 0.1252446184%
Women
984
Admit Rate: 0.1165929585%
Non-International
91.8%
International
8.2%
Admission Factors
Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankNot Considered
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsNot Considered
Application EssayNot Considered
RecommendationNot Considered
ExtracurricularsConsidered
Talent/AbilityNot Considered
Character/PersonalNot Considered
InterviewN/A
First GenerationConsidered
Cost & Outcome
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$68,240
Out-of-State Tuition
$68,240
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$80,600
Mid Career Pay
$142,800
Student Body
Undergrads
7,576
Total Students
14,282