Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Saint Louis, Missouri |
| Online | webster.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Webster University is located in Webster Groves, a suburban community situated approximately 10 miles west of downtown St. Louis, Missouri. The main campus, established in 1915 as one of the first Catholic women's colleges west of the Mississippi River, features a mix of historic and modern buildings across its 47-acre campus. Now operating as a private, non-denominational university, Webster maintains a competitive admissions process and offers undergraduate and graduate programs through five academic schools, with particular strengths in business, communications, and performing arts. The university has developed an extensive global presence with international campuses across multiple continents, while the main campus provides traditional dormitory housing and apartment-style accommodations for residential students.
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Webster University is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Webster University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#344 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#252 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#4 in Best Private Colleges in Missouri
#284 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1026/1315 |
| ACT | 19/27 |
| GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $200 |
| Room and Board | $12,398 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $9,264 |
| Total One Year Cost | $52,502 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 33% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 13% |
| Communication | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179894 IPEDS survey data for Webster University.
Current students may use the Webster University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024