WashU Viewbook 2023-24

You already have a vision for your success and the drive to make it happen. You deserve a school that pushes you to unlock more than you thought possible.

We’re committed to providing you a challenging and supportive environment. That means you’ll leave WashU with the tools to shape your future.

Ourstudents

WashU’s

7,401 undergraduates

come from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and 50 countries.

Enrolled full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate students:

20% Asian

9% Black or African American

12% Hispanic or Latinx

<1% Indigenous American or Alaska Native

<1% Indigenous Hawaiian or Pacific Islander

8% International Citizen

6% Multiracial

44% White

2% unknown

Class of 2026

College is about more than academics.

Our clubs and student-run organizations offer the chance to meet like-minded peers and build lifelong friendships.

1,203 166 59

79 263 43 ARTS & SCIENCES BUSINESS ARCHITECTURE

ART ENGINEERING BEYOND BOUNDARIES

450+ 60%

NUMBER OF STUDENT-RUN CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS OF WASHU STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE, CONTRIBUTING IDEAS AND LEADERSHIP THROUGH THEIR EFFORTS

1,813

First-year students enrolled

SOME WASHU TRADITIONS

All Student Theatre

Art Prom

Black Anthology

Carnaval

Cheap Lunch

Convocation

Diwali

Give Thanks Give Back

Lunar New Year Festival

Moonlight Breakfast

Relay For Life

Res College Olympics

Meet St. Louis

Thurtene Carnival

Underpass Painting

Vertigo

We Sing for Ice Cream

WILD

WU Stock

College of Arts & Sciences

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the College of Arts & Sciences, you inhabit a world of exploration, research, and discovery— a universe of knowledge and personal understanding shaped by you, for you.

WE’RE MOTIVATED by a desire to impact the world in positive ways. Tell us what you’re curious about, and we’ll help you make your mark. You can develop your interests and realize your unique potential while learning about what came before, what is happening now, and where we are going.

THE LARGEST UNDERGRADUATE DIVISION, the College of Arts & Sciences offers more than 70 majors and minors you can choose from to create your own combination of study—from psychology and biology to American culture studies and philosophy. Whatever your academic journey may be, you will acquire skills to

engage critically with realworld issues. And you will create innovative solutions to complex problems facing our rapidly changing world.

YOUR INTELLECTUAL JOURNEY will take you beyond the walls of the classroom. As you work side by side with renowned faculty, you may discover

opportunities for civic and community engagement, experiential learning, independent or team-based research, or study abroad. You’ll experience how breakthroughs—scientific or creative, academic or personal—happen when ideas collide.

84% 79%

66% 75% OF CLASSES HAVE FEWER THAN 25 STUDENTS OF SCIENCE MAJORS PARTICIPATE IN FACULTYMENTORED UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

OF ARTS & SCIENCES STUDENTS HAVE MAJORS OR SECOND MAJORS IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE FIELDS

OF STUDENTS WHO PARTICIPATE IN OUR PREHEALTH ADVISING PROGRAM ARE ADMITTED TO MEDICAL SCHOOL THE FIRST TIME THEY APPLY

Olin Business School

At Olin, we know time and  experiences matter. And that the more you learn, the more opportunities you have to grow and become the person you want to be.

AS AN OLIN STUDENT, you’ll begin your immersion in business on day one—with a solid business core and experiential learning opportunities your very first semester. With four years to discover and develop your passions, you’ll graduate ready to create change in the world. WashU Olin has a long-standing tradition

of excellence and is consistently ranked as one of the best business schools in the country.

OUR SIZE allows for a more personalized educational experience in an environment that fosters collaboration and creativity. During your studies, you’ll gain a global view of business and learn

to think innovatively, no matter what career path you follow.

OLIN’S CURRICULUM is carefully crafted so you can encounter real-world learning opportunities and have a great jumping-off point for exploring career options that interest you most. Our interdisciplinary

approach includes a high number of electives, so you can pursue interests outside Olin. We’re dedicated to enriching your undergraduate experience, and we’ll help you chart your own unique path in order to accomplish your personal and professional  goals.

63% 90%

96% OF STUDENTS STUDY ABROAD OF BUSINESS COURSES HAVE FEWER THAN 50 STUDENTS ENROLLED

OF BSBA STUDENTS OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS REPORTED ACCEPTING A JOB WITHIN 90 DAYS OF GRADUATION

Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts

The Sam Fox School is a close-knit community of creative, engaged architecture, art, and design students working to make positive change in the world.

OUR FLEXIBLE DEGREE

PROGRAMS provide in-depth studies in your chosen area—architecture, studio art, communication design, and fashion design—as well as a strong liberal arts foundation. You’ll also take classes in many other disciplines at WashU and can earn a minor, second major, or dual degree.

OUR EXPANSIVE FACILITIES include a digital fabrication lab, a printmaking and book studio, a textile studio, and more. The Sam Fox School also includes the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, where all students enjoy free membership, and a dedicated art and architecture library. Our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized in their fields,

and they are deeply committed to teaching. You’ll receive individualized instruction to develop exceptional skills. We offer a range of courses to support your interests, whether they are in animation, landscape architecture, drone photography, or printing 3-D ceramics.

WHATEVER VISION YOU HAVE for your future, your Sam Fox School education

will uniquely prepare you to flourish. Many of our graduates go on to become renowned artists, architects, and designers. But they also use their creative foundation as a launchpad for rewarding careers as business executives, educators, doctors, filmmakers, museum professionals, entrepreneurs, and attorneys. 3 8 2/3

DEGREE PATHS—BFA, BS, AND BA—TO SUPPORT YOUR PROFESSIONAL GOALS

MINORS: ARCHITECTURE, ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY & THEORY, CREATIVE PRACTICE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE, DESIGN, HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, STUDIO ART, AND URBAN DESIGN

OF OUR STUDENTS EARN A DUAL DEGREE, SECOND MAJOR, OR MINOR IN ANOTHER DISCIPLINE, RANGING FROM MARKETING TO MUSIC TO COMPUTER SCIENCE

McKelvey School of Engineering engineering.wustl.edu

Engineering students at WashU

don’t just study the challenges facing society—they solve them.

WHETHER THEY’RE DEVELOPING lifesaving medical devices or discovering new sustainable energy sources, McKelvey Engineering students are passionate about making the world a better place.

WITH A DOZEN MAJORS and a range of minors and interdisciplinary programs, students can tailor their degrees to fit their interests.

Since McKelvey Engineering encourages collaboration across disciplines, you’ll also learn from professors and researchers outside of engineering, including those at our School of Medicine, one of the best medical schools in the U.S. And coursework isn’t limited to sitting in a classroom. Develop your own curriculum through independent study, hands-on research opportunities, and internships.

HERE, YOU’LL ALSO FIND a community of like-minded peers who will challenge, support, and motivate you as you prepare to engineer the future. Our students frequently collaborate to solve problems in the community, launch their own businesses, and volunteer in international service projects.

WHEN YOU GRADUATE, you’ll be a part of a close-knit network of WashU engineers pursuing careers in academia, health care, cybersecurity, energy, aerospace, and entrepreneurship. Join the next generation of leaders who are changing the way people live, work, and play.

66% 96%

70% OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS ARE WOMEN OR FROM UNDERREPRESENTED BACKGROUNDS

OF REPORTING BS GRADUATES SECURED POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES—JOBS, GRADUATE SCHOOL, OR INTERNSHIPS—WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION

OF STUDENTS PURSUE A SECOND DEGREE, ANOTHER MAJOR, OR A MINOR

The Beyond Boundaries Program

is for students interested in collaborative problem-solving.

You will build your skills to tackle complex challenges— like climate change, poverty, and ethical artificial intelligence—that are best addressed by bringing together experts from diverse fields. We will support you in pursuing your unique interests and deepening your ability to work with others who bring different knowledge. Together, you will solve real-world problems that are important to you. In your first year, you will take interdisciplinary courses and a group seminar. Many students explore the connections across

WashU’s undergraduate divisions and graduate schools before declaring a major. Throughout your four years, the program will help you identify opportunities and prepare for careers in interdisciplinary fields.

Your journey with Beyond Boundaries begins with three questions:

1 | What role(s) do I want to play on collaborative problem-solving teams?

2 | What skills and knowledge are necessary for interdisciplinary work?

3 | How can I use my time at Washington University to grow these skills?

In ourwords

Why did you choose WashU?

WashU captured me with flexible academic programs that spoke to my myriad interests, all housed within a collaborative environment and beautiful campus. Through the Rodriguez Scholar Program, I knew I would have a community to support me through all of my academic and extracurricular ambitions. After touring campus and getting a sample of the endless resources and opportunities combined with the passion and diversity of the people and ideas, I knew that WashU was the school for me.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE YOUR MAJOR AND MINOR?

I have a wide range of academic interests, which influenced the major and minor I chose. Through my major in Psychological & Brain Sciences, I can explore

the psychology field through the different lenses of social sciences and STEM, giving me a unique perspective on my premedical aspirations. My minor in Music has allowed me to pursue my musical passions, which are just as integral to my educational and future ambitions as my major.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT ST. LOUIS?

St. Louis has an incredible community that expands far past the downtown area, with great culture and venues to explore. My favorite is Forest Park. In addition to its proximity to WashU, it has amazing scenic trails, fantastic performances at The Muny, and great exhibits at the Saint Louis Art Museum.

Why did you choose WashU?

I fell in love with WashU primarily because of the people and the sense of support and inclusion that’s palpable on campus. While I was matched to WashU through QuestBridge, I honestly can’t imagine being anywhere else. Within a month of being here, I’d already formed valuable friendships with my roommate, the people on my floor, and my classmates. The genuine kindness and willingness to help that every student, professor, and faculty member expresses make me feel right at home. In addition to the communities I’m a part of,

the challenging classes and culture that fosters hard work, growth, and achievement are important factors that led me to choose WashU.

FAVORITE PLACE ON CAMPUS?

My favorite place on campus is my residential floor, TFL (Top Floor Lien!). Within the first week of school, all of us on the floor got incredibly close and became one big family. Coming back to my floor after a long day of classes is one of the best parts of the day, and I’m so grateful to have all of these people whom I genuinely trust and love.

CLASS OF 2023 | WESTPORT, CT | OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL HOMETOWN SCHOOL

Rohan

Why did you choose WashU?

I picked WashU because of its focus on the undergraduate experience, as well as the inspiring campus and opportunities to grow that come with it.

WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE COURSE AND WHY?

My favorite course has been Introduction to Environmental Engineering. It was my first real taste of what environmental engineering is like and made me excited for the potential going forward.

ARE YOU PERFORMING ANY RESEARCH IN A LAB?

Yes, I am a part of Dr. Zhen (Jason) He’s lab. My current research is focused on treating pollutants in wastewater using advanced oxidation processes. I’m helping a local wastewater

treatment plant with a pollutant that’s affecting their treatment process, and I’m trying to prove a method they can use to degrade the pollutant and return to normal operation.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A NEW STUDENT?

Make sure to budget time for yourself every week. It can be easy to get caught up in the intensity of engineering, but joining activities that you genuinely enjoy, making friends in other schools, and continuing/finding new hobbies can help take the pressure off.

CLASS OF 2023 | WARREN, NJ | MCKELVEY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING HOMETOWN SCHOOL

Why did you choose WashU?

I chose WashU because of the balance I sought between being in an intensive architecture program while still maintaining a fulfilling social life.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE YOUR MAJOR AND MINOR?

I chose to come to WashU for Architecture because of its emphasis on teaching the design process and the ability to explore many topics that intersect architecture. This comes into play through my minor, Creative Practice for Social Change, through which I can study how architecture impacts social, economic, and environmental systems. Many courses and clubs I have been in prioritize engaging the community directly, which is what drew me to WashU.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SPOT ON CAMPUS?

My favorite spot is outside of Parkside Café on a nice day, because the campus takes on a new life when everyone is outside and enjoying the sun.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT ST. LOUIS?

My favorite thing about St. Louis is being right next to Forest Park, making it so easy to go on walks to the Saint Louis Art Museum or the zoo.

Amelie

Why did you choose WashU?

The main reason was the Sam Fox curriculum. Most art schools on my radar utilized a tracked curriculum, making it nearly impossible to explore my options before deciding which major I was going to pursue. In addition to this, I was accepted into the Portfolio Plus Program over the summer before my senior year, and during that time, I got to know some of the faculty and how Sam Fox ran their classes. I fell in love with the campus and met so many like-minded people. Because of all that, I knew I had to go to WashU.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION OF THE SAM FOX SCHOOL?

I love how collaborative and open the atmosphere here is. For instance, my drawing professor focuses on the fundamentals, but he doesn’t

want us to lose our own form of natural drawing style or focus only on making everything look photorealistic.

WHY ARE YOU DRAWN TO DESIGN?

I really like the idea of using design to solve problems— whether it’s communication design, graphic design, or fashion design. I’m really into the idea of sustainable fashion. People dismiss the big impact the fashion industry has on climate change. They think, “Oh, it’s just clothes.” But I believe that anything can be designed better, whether that means more efficiently or more sustainably. I almost view it as a math or science problem in my art.

Why did you choose WashU?

When I visited WashU, I truly felt like I was home. I know that is extremely clichéd, but it is honestly the truth. I could see myself on this campus for the next four years. I loved the small class sizes, the professors, the beautiful campus, and everyone I met. I also really loved the research opportunities offered through the university. Not only was my financial aid package phenomenal, but I also was admitted into the Beyond Boundaries Program, which was something I really wanted to be a part of.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THE BEYOND BOUNDARIES PROGRAM?

I chose the Beyond Boundaries Program because it is a program that allows me to explore all different studies I wish to pursue. It helped me incorporate all my different

interests into the major(s) I decided to declare. People often have a misconception that this program is only for undecided students. Yes, some of us are undecided at first, but we all know our interests. We all know what we love; we just need to figure out how we are going to pursue all that we love.

FAVORITE PLACE ON CAMPUS?

My favorite place on campus is the outdoor space in the middle of Simon Hall. This is my favorite spot because there are plenty of tables and study space. It is a nice way to get outside and not be attacked by bugs (like if you were to sit in the grass somewhere to do work). There is plenty of sunshine and greenery.

Ignacio Sánchez Prado

Kaitlin Daniels

SPANISH,

AMERICAN STUDIES, AND FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

“Teaching undergraduate students at WashU is the most meaningful part of my job. I work every day to encourage them to have an intellectual life to complement and enrich their career pursuits, to become more knowledgeable about Latin America and the world, and to be both citizens aware of the most important issues of our days and audience members critical of our complex media environments. For the past 17 years, it has been my mission and my greatest honor to work with our brilliant students and to play a part in their careers and their personal growth.”

SUPPLY CHAIN, OPERATIONS, AND TECHNOLOGY OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL

“I love how engaged WashU undergraduate students are. My students are always eager to connect their experiences—whether from other classes, work, or personal life—to the content we cover in class. This adds a richness to class discussions that would not be possible without student contributions.”

LATIN

Constance Vale

ARCHITECTURE

ShiNung Ching

“I love working with WashU architecture undergraduates because they’re intellectually curious and fearlessly creative. They learn and experiment through making physical models and drawings and, ultimately, discover new architectural possibilities that surprise me every time we work together. They are preparing to go out into the world and make incredible buildings and public spaces that address the social, political, and ecological issues of our time. WashU undergrads understand architecture as a cultural endeavor and are preparing to transform the world.”

“I enjoy talking with students about their many goals and interests, and especially learning about the problems and challenges they are most eager to solve. Seeing them work hard through their degrees to meet and expand these goals is one of the best parts of teaching.”

ELECTRICAL & SYSTEMS ENGINEERING MCKELVEY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS

Opportunities

Career Outcomes

EMPLOYMENT 51.4%

GRADUATE / PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL 15.1%

UNREPORTED 7.3%

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT 6.2%

MEDICAL SCHOOL 4.8%

TIME OFF 4.0%

INTERNSHIP 2.7%

RESEARCH 2.1%

LAW SCHOOL 1.7%

OTHER CONTINUING EDUCATION 1.4% (Certificate program, etc.)

SEEKING CONTINUING EDUCATION 1.2%

FELLOWSHIP 0.8%

SELF-EMPLOYMENT 0.7% (Entrepreneur / Freelance)

MILITARY SERVICE 0.4%

VOLUNTEER SERVICE 0.1%

STUDY ABROAD / SUMMER COURSE(S) 0.1%

CO-OP <0.1%

Career Engagement

19,116 355

ADVISING INTERACTIONS ORGANIZATIONS RECRUITED STUDENTS

Graduate programs admitting the most WashU graduates:

Baylor College of Medicine

Boston University

Columbia University

Cornell University

Duke University

Emory University

Fordham University

George Washington University

Harvard University

Johns Hopkins University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

New York University

Northwestern University

NYU Langone Medical Center

Rice University

5,230

1,292

UNIQUE STUDENTS ADVISED UNIQUE EMPLOYERS POSTED JOBS THROUGH THE CAREER CENTER

Stanford University

Tufts University

University of Chicago

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

University of Illinois-Chicago

University of Michigan

University of Oxford

University of Pennsylvania

The University of Texas at Austin

Vanderbilt University

Washington University in St. Louis

Yale University

Employers and schools listed are representative, not a complete list.

Campus Life

Our beautiful campus is built around our students’ diverse interests. From student-run businesses to open-air meeting spots, from a fitness center to a world-class art museum, this is a community we’re proud to call home.

Photo credit, lower right: Installation view, Ai Weiwei: Bare Life Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, 2019

WashU Traditions

With more than 165 years of history, ours is a community rich in traditions.

BLACK ANTHOLOGY

“My favorite WashU tradition is Black Anthology, because the insatiable desire to see a show that no one but the cast and executive board knows the plot of has always intrigued me. And the support is endless in terms of people desiring to see our show! It also has so much history behind it, and to be a BA alum is something I will hold close to my heart long after graduation.”

Raevyn

CARNAVAL

“My favorite part of Carnaval is definitely the people! Everyone involved in the performance worked incredibly hard in order to have a great show, and I formed strong friendships with other performers. I first saw Carnaval as a high school senior during scholars finalist weekend, and I loved watching the diverse array of performances and how the skit focused on serious issues pertaining to the Latinx community.”

Belal

MOONLIGHT BREAKFAST

“The food here the night before finals each semester is phenomenal (and free), so go get some really good chicken and waffles or stuffed French toast. Also, pro tip: Get there as early as you can to get all the good stuff!”

Maxwell

“Moonlight Breakfast is my favorite WashU tradition because I absolutely love breakfast food and it is always a fun time to meet new friends, especially in your first year.”

Katie

“WILD is one of the most exciting nights of the year. Some loud music and high energy makes for such a great time with friends. And WILD comes right before finals for architecture students, giving us a night to have fun before the big day.”

Kaden

WILD

“WILD (Walk In Lay Down) is such an incredible and unexpected experience. Imagine a tightly packed concert with all of your friends, a great artist, free entrance, and you don’t have to travel more than a 10-minute walk.”

Gabriella

THURTENE

CARNIVAL

“I love the Thurtene Carnival as it brings together WashU and the surrounding St. Louis community. It is a great time to enjoy food and fun during the spring right on campus.”

Elijah

DIWALI SHOW

“The annual Diwali show is put on by Ashoka, WashU’s South Asian Society, to celebrate the festival of lights. Going to see my roommates, friends, and classmates perform with their dance teams and a cappella groups is one of the highlights of my semester. I’m always impressed by the production value of the show, something they have prepared for the whole semester, as well as the incredible energy in the audience.”

Eddie

Scholar Champions

WashU is an NCAA Division III school with 24 national championships and counting. We sponsor 19 varsity sports—10 women’s sports and nine men’s sports. All of our student-athletes pursue their academic and athletic goals with equal tenacity.

For more recreational opportunities, we also offer a variety of intramural and sports club options. Learn about our full athletic program at bearsports.wustl.edu.

STL Life

WashU is a world-class research university with roots firmly in St. Louis, a city rich in curiosity, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Welcome to the neighborhood.

The New York Times has named St. Louis as one of seven locations offering an urban landscape for a great walk.

Forest Park was named the best city park by  USA Today 2023 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

Cost

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

– Aid that ranges up to the full cost of attendance, including no-loan packages for families who earn less than $75,000.

– Merit-based scholarships and need-based scholarships.

– A financial aid counselor to work individually with your family to understand your unique circumstances.

– A commitment to helping you throughout your undergraduate years.

We want to know who you are and what matters to you, so we can help you direct your talents, drive, and energy toward becoming a successful, contributing global citizen who works to improve your community and your world.

With this in mind, we review each application in a holistic and individual manner. And for firstyear applicants who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, we do not consider your ability to pay tuition when making admission decisions.

In this review we look for:

– Academic potential

– Personal characteristics and qualities

– Accomplishments and involvement

– Fit and engagement

For more about how we approach the admissions process, visit admissions.wustl.edu/how-to-apply/ building-our-community/.

Experience WashU

We invite you and your family to visit us and get to know the WashU community. For more information, go to visit.wustl.edu or call 800.638.0700 or 314.935.6000.

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