Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,578 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $20,582 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $20,949 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,046 | State avg: $15,518. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.52% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 34.67% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Washburn University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$20,582
Room and board
$10,759
Books and supplies
$970
Other expenses
$2,480
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$20,949
Average net price
$13,046
Average aid coverage
38%
$7,903 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Washburn University pays approximately $13,046 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Kansas average of $15,518 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Washburn University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Kansas and national averages.
Washburn University net price
$13,046
Kansas average
$15,518
National average
$17,506
Washburn University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $20,582 and average net price at $13,046. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$20,582
Current net price
$13,046
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.63%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,774
Undergraduates
4,093
10-Year Median Earnings - Washburn University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Washburn University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Washburn University?
Undergraduates
4,093
Completion rate
52.63%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.52%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
34.67%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.52% of Washburn University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 34.67% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Washburn University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
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Accreditation
Washburn University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Washburn University is listed at 1700 SW College Avenue, Topeka, KS 66621. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Washburn University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn University | Not available | $20,582 | $13,046 | $49,774 |
| Baker University | 92.10% | $33,900 | $22,500 | $63,855 |
| Baker University School of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $63,855 |
| MidAmerica Nazarene University | 73.46% | $36,120 | $29,520 | $62,972 |
| University of Kansas | 88.20% | $29,412 | $17,365 | $61,945 |
Similar Schools in Topeka
This local cluster focuses on nearby Topeka schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Topeka.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Washburn University's acceptance rate not listed?
Acceptance rate data is not reported for Washburn University in the federal field used by this dataset. That usually means the value should be verified directly with the school before comparing admissions selectivity.
How much is Washburn University tuition?
Washburn University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $20,582.
What is Washburn University's average net price?
Washburn University's average net price in the local dataset is $13,046.
What is Washburn University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,774 for Washburn University.
Is Washburn University accredited?
Washburn University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Washburn University?
The local dataset lists 4,093 undergraduate students at Washburn University.
What percentage of Washburn University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Washburn University in the local dataset is 30.52%.
What is the federal loan rate at Washburn University?
The federal loan rate for Washburn University in the local dataset is 34.67%.
Where should I verify Washburn University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Washburn University or the latest official federal education data.