Washburn University
Washburn University is one of the eight public 4-year colleges in Kansas. The campus is located in an urban area, in Topeka.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 6,691 students attend the school. Every year 39% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.Washburn University's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $7,868, and fees were $110. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $17,808 and $110 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students6,691 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio15:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate73% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 22 | 124 |
| Master's degree | 9 | 36 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 5 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 1 | 2 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 126 miles radius of Washburn University
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University of Kansas
25 miles away |
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Emporia State University
50 miles away |
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University of Missouri-Kansas City
60 miles away |
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Graceland University - Independence
68 miles away |
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Missouri Western State University
70 miles away |
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North Central Missouri College - Maryville
100 miles away |
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Northwest Missouri State University
101 miles away |
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University of Central Missouri
107 miles away |
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Wichita State University
125 miles away |
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Pittsburg State University
126 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1913 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (PNUR) - Practical nursing programs ACEN 05/01/1995 - 06/30/2016 |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 11/20/1997 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2007 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateApplication fee
| Undergrads | $20 |
| Graduates | $40 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $281/credit | |
| In State Students | $281/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $636/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $386/credit | |
| In State Students | $386/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $786/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $12,645 | $12,645 | $28,620 |
| ADN | 70 | $19,670 | $19,670 | $44,520 |
| BSN | 125 | $35,125 | $35,125 | $79,500 |
| FNP | 50 | $19,300 | $19,300 | $39,300 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 92% of Washburn University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 40% | $4,790 |
| Other Federal Grant | 11% | $900 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 21% | $1,183 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 62% | $5,044 |
| Federal Student Loans | 55% | $5,292 |
| Private Loans | 4% | $7,962 |
$13,170
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$10,435 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$12,129 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$13,953 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$16,126 |
| Over $110,000$15,649 |
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Student Population
5,873
Undergrads
818
Graduates
4,023
Women
2,668
Men
67%
Full-time
33%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
66% |
|
Hispanic |
10% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
8% |
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Black/African American |
6% |
|
Two or more races |
4% |
|
Non-resident alien |
4% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Kansas state board of nursing.
