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Washburn Institute of Technology
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Annual Tuition
$9,120
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
40.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
59.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$49,774
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Washburn Institute of Technology is a distinguished Public, Less than 2-Year institution located in Topeka, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,120, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 59.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$18,240
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.9 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$19,774
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$179,500
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$377,240
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Washburn Institute of Technology is $18,127.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$9,120
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
71.0%
Success
59.7%
In-State Cost
$9,120
Age 25+ Students
14.1%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie -2
Working at 6yr
2,200 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Topeka
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$726
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$731
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$960
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Topeka metropolitan area.