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Washburn University
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Annual Tuition
$9,578
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
53.4%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$49,774
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Washburn University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Topeka, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,578, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 53.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$38,312
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.9 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$19,774
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$159,428
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$357,168
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 University 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
$9,578
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
69.2%
Success
53.4%
In-State Cost
$9,578
Age 25+ Students
19.1%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Medium
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.