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Washburn is a top-notch university in an urban setting where students are becoming their best selves. Nestled in the heart of Topeka - the capital city with about 127 thousand residents - Washburn can give students from small towns a big-city feel while providing students from major metropolitan areas a more manageable environment. Washburn's beautiful campus - on 160 acres - is easy to navigate with state-of-the-art facilities. Our Tech campus on Huntoon offers industry-standard programs leading to in-demand jobs. And with our low student/faculty ratio and small classes, you're going to get to know your professors. Internally, we're organized into five schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Applied Studies, the Business School, the School of Nursing, the School of Law, and the Washburn Institute of Technology (Washburn Tech.) Washburn University is a premier public Midwest regional teaching institution recognized as a community leader in providing a superior student-centered, teaching-focused learning experience, preparing graduates for success in their chosen profession, and stimulating economic vitality. Washburn University enriches students' lives by providing opportunities for them to develop and realize their intellectual, academic, and professional potential, leading to becoming productive and responsible citizens. We are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly work, quality academic and professional programs, and high faculty-student interaction levels. We develop and engage in relationships to enhance educational experiences and our community. Washburn University is large enough to offer a quality education in approximately 200 areas of study. We are also small enough that faculty members will know your name and help you achieve your goals. Washburn University offers various programs to meet your needs, whether you're a high school student looking for a leg up, a senior who wants to keep learning, or if you want to turn your bachelor's into a Masters Degree. Graduates of our education and allied health programs and those of the School of Nursing have above-average pass-rates on required licensure exams. Our School of Business graduates consistently outscores peers nationally on significant field tests. And our graduate school placement rates in the health professions are above 85 percent. Whether you want to be an actuary, an athletic trainer, a book editor, a teacher, a research scientist, or a performance musician, Washburn University can get you there. You can choose from 140 different bachelor's degree, associate degree, and certificate offerings at Washburn. On-campus you will find the College of Arts and Sciences and the Schools of Applied Studies, Business and Nursing all offering undergraduate degrees. And if you are not sure which program is right for you, our faculty, advisers, and counselors can help you find your way. You have thought about earning your master's degree, but you are busy. You have got a job, maybe a family, lots of responsibilities. Let Washburn University help you reach your goal. Our graduate programs are designed for you – a busy professional. Depending on the program, you can enroll part-time or full-time, and most classes are offered in the evening. Washburn offers graduate programs in a variety of areas. Whether you are a teacher or nurse looking to advance or thinking about a whole new career path, Washburn can get you where you want to be. We're often mistaken for a private university because of our academic quality, small class sizes, and beautifully maintained campus. But Washburn is a publicly funded, independently governed school. You can choose from more than 200 academic programs and experience a vibrant campus life featuring dozens of student organizations. At $292 per credit hour, you'll find that our tuition is extremely competitive with other four-year institutions in Kansas. Learn more about our tuition rates and the cost of attendance. Join us and Be Your Best Self! The Office of International Programs receives and processes initial applications from international students/scholars and issues immigration papers for their visa applications. After the students/scholars arrive on campus, the Office assists them in their social and academic growth and provides advice on US immigration rules and regulations. Whether you have got questions about paying your bill, adding money to your iCard, getting a job on campus now, or a job after graduation, or if you need someone to talk to, this is the place to find the answer. The mission of Student Involvement & Development, in conjunction with the Student Life area, supports the Washburn community by creating the co-curricular experiences that encourage collaboration and inclusivity to enhance student learning through campus & community engagement leadership development. It is the goal of Career Services to help students learn about and develop lifelong skills, techniques, and resources that will help them with career development. Career Services is not an employment agency. We refer all qualified candidates but do not recommend individual students to employers, nor individual employers to students. Our services are free to Washburn University students. Alumni services are free as well, except fee-based advanced career assessments. Services to community members are available, except for advanced career assessments and Handshake. View full university