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Washburn University

ยท Public University

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Washburn University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Washburn University is a public university in Topeka, Kansas, in the United States. It suits students who want undergraduate, graduate, or professional study in law and business at a mid-sized institution.

  2. What you can study

    Washburn University offers undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional programs in law and business. It also oversees Washburn Tech. The full programme catalogue is not published in the details available here, so check the university website for the current list of subjects and awards.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the universityโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for the current entry requirements, document list, English language requirements, deadlines, and any programme-specific steps. If you are applying from abroad, confirm how your credentials are assessed and whether there are separate requirements for law, business, or graduate study.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Expect living costs in Topeka to depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa steps, required academic records, English language proof, health coverage, housing, and the application timeline on the official website.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, Washburn University is one of 2,515 universities and stands out more for its public status and mix of undergraduate, graduate, and professional study than for scale alone. Its roughly 5,000 undergraduate and 700 graduate students suggest a smaller university setting than many large American institutions, which may suit students who want a more contained academic environment.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Washburn University

What type of university is Washburn University?

It is a public university.

Where is Washburn University located?

It is in Topeka, Kansas, United States.

What can students study there?

It offers undergraduate and graduate programmes, plus professional programmes in law and business.

What is the university website?

http://www.wuacc.edu/

Overview

Washburn University (WU), formally Washburn University of Topeka, is a public university in Topeka, Kansas, United States. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs as well as professional programs in law and business. The university enrolls approximately 5,000 undergraduate students and 700 graduate students as of 2023. As of 2008, Washburn also took over overseeing the nearby Washburn Tech.

Programs at Washburn University

13 programs across 2 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

Washburn University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

Washburn University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Law

Criminal Justice

Washburn University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Nursing

Washburn University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Washburn University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Social Work

Washburn University

โฑ 1โ€“2 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Actuarial Science

Washburn University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

Washburn University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

Washburn University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

Washburn University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Digital Forensics

Washburn University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

Washburn University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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