About Washburn

Washburn is a top-notch university in an urban setting where students with state-of-the art facilities. Our Tech campus on Huntoon offers are becoming their best selves. 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 Nestled in the heart of Topeka - the capital city with about 127 thou- your professors. sand residents - Washburn offers students from small towns a big-city feel, while providing students from major metropolitan areas a more Internally, we’re organized into five schools, the College of Arts & manageable environment. Sciences, the School of Applied Studies, the Business School, the School of Nursing, the School of Law and the Washburn Institute of Washburn’s beautiful campus - on 160 acres - is easy to navigate Technology (Washburn Tech.)

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Affordable education: Tuition is charged per credit. If you’re from Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma or Texas, you’ll pay resident tuition! Student/faculty ratio: 17:1. And 49 percent of undergraduate courses have fewer than 20 students. Courses taught by experienced faculty: 81 percent of Washburn’s full-time faculty members hold doctorates or the highest degree awarded in their discipline. No courses are taught by graduate teaching assistants. This means undergraduate students work directly with professors in courses, research and other projects. Academic options: More than 200 courses of study are offered. Nationally recognized: U.S News and World Report has recognized Washburn for its low student debt upon graduation. Graduate with experience: More than 1,000 Washburn students participate in an internship each year. In several majors an internship or other hands-on experience in a professional work environment is required for graduation. Public or private? Washburn is publicly funded, independently governed and state coordinated. In addition to funding from city and county taxes, Washburn receives financial support from the State of Kansas. Academics are a priority: On-campus tutoring options, study centers and the First Year Experience program are available to ensure students are successful.

Dr. Jerry B. Farley In 1997, Jerry Farley became the 14th president of Washburn University, following an extensive career in finance and business affairs at several other higher education institutions. Previously, Farley held positions as the vice president of community relations and economic development and vice president for administration at the University of Oklahoma where he was the chief fiscal responsible for a budget of more than one half billion dollars. He was also the chief financial officer at the University of Oklahoma’s Health Sciences Center and at Oklahoma State University at Stillwater. Farley holds an undergraduate degree in finance and accounting, a master’s of business administration degree and a doctorate in higher education administration, all from the University of Oklahoma. He is a certified public accountant and has been the president and chairman of the board of several state and national professional organizations. He has authored or co-authored numerous articles and books on finance and accounting. Serving on local and state boards has always been a priority for Farley. He currently or previously, served on the Heartland Visioning, Red Cross, American Cancer Society, United Way, local and state Chambers of Commerce and economic development corporations, including Go Topeka. He is the recipient of numerous awards for outstanding contributions in public service, accounting, and higher education.

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Academic Programs Washburn offers more than 200 programs leading to certification, associate, bachelor, master’s and juris doctor degrees through the College of Arts and Sciences and the schools of Applied Studies, Business, Law and Nursing. Accounting Computer Information Sciences fitness Kinesiology Medical Laboratory Science Psychology Actuarial Science Contemporary Journalism Forensic Anthropology Latin American, Caribbean & Latino Medical Office Specialist Public & Non-Profit Management Advanced Health Care Technology Cosmetology Forensic Chemistry Studies Molecular Biology / Biotechnology Public Relations Advanced Systems Technology Creative Advertising Forensic Science Juris Doctor MRI Radiation Therapy Anthropology Criminal Justice French Leadership Studies Music Radiologic Technology Applied Media Culinary Arts General Business Legal Office Music Education Religious Studies Art Diesel Technology General Sciences Legal Office Professional Music Performance Respiratory Therapy Art Education Digital Forensics Gerontology Legal Studies Non-Profit Management RN to BSN Art History Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Graphics Technology Liberal Studies Non-Profit Management Social Work Auto Collision Repair Early Childhood Professional Health Care Post Graduate LL.M. in Global Legal Studies Nursing (BSN) Sociology Automotive Service Technician Economics Certificate Locomotive Diesel Technology Occupational Therapy Assistant Sonography Biochemistry Education Health Care Technology Nursing (LPN-BSN) Office Administration Spanish Biology Electricity Health and Fitness Promotion Machine Tool Office Careers Technology Sport Management Building Automation Systems Emergency Communications Health Information Technology Management Peace, Justice & Conflict Resolution Surgical Technology Building Technology Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Health Information Coding Marketing Studies Technical Drafting Business Bookkeeping & Accounting Engineering Health Science Mass Media Philosophy Technology Administration Cabinet/Millwork English Health Services Administration Master of Accountancy (Dual Degree) Phlebotomy Theatre Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Entrepreneurship Certificate Heavy Diesel Construction Master of Business Administration Physical Education Trauma & Recovery Services Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Entrepreneurship & Innovation Technology (Dual Degree) Physical Therapist Assistant Ultrasound Certified Production Technician Environmental Biology History Master of Criminal Justice (Dual Physics Welding Chemistry Exercise Science Home Health Aide Degree) Political Science Women’s & Gender Studies Climate and Energy Control Exercise and Rehabilitation Science Human Services Master of Accountancy Poverty Studies Technologies Fast-Track CDL Information Systems Technology Master of Business Administration Practical Nursing Commercial Driver License (CDL) Fast Track Machine Tool Integrated Studies Master of Studies in Law Pre MBA Commercial and Heavy Construction Fast-Track Welding International Business Master of Social Work (Dual Degree) Pre-Med Communication and Leadership Film and Video Kansas Insurance Certificate Mathematics Pre-Pharmacy Communication Studies Finance Kansas Studies Medical Imaging PMHNP