Washington University in St. Louis
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 12%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1500–1570
ACT Range: 33-35
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 8,267
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $68,240
Out-of-State Tuition: $68,240
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: St. Louis, Missouri
Setting: City
U.S. Region: Midwestern
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 23°F (-5°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 81°F (27°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 36 inches (914 mm)
Nearest Airport: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) — Approximately 10 miles (15-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@WashU
Swim Team Instagram: @washuswim
Twitter:@WASHUBears
Facebook:Washington University in St. Louis
LinkedIn:Washington University in St. Louis
YouTube:Washington University in St. Louis
TikTok: @WashU
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Millstone Pool
Head Coach: Brad Shively
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #8
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 in University Athletic Association
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #20
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #4 in University Athletic Association
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U.S. News College Rankings
#21 in National Universities (tie)
#43 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#10 in Quantitative Analysis (tie)
#41 in First-Year Experiences (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#27
Best Employers for New Grads 2025
#13
America's Best Large Employers 2025
#213
America's Dream Employers 2025
#30
#25
In Private Colleges
#24
In Research Universities
#4
In The Midwest
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#183
America's Best Employers for Women 2024
#253
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A+
Academics: A+
Diversity: A+
Athletics: B
Professors: A+
Dorms: A+
Student Life: A+
Value: A
Campus: A+
Party Scene: A-
Location: A
Campus Food: A+
Safety: B+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #49 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #441 of 1,332
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