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.
WashU’s 7,523 undergraduates come from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, and 57 countries.
Enrolled full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate students:
21% Asian
9% Black or African American
MIDDLE STATES 19%
1% unknown NEW ENGLAND
13% Hispanic or Latinx
<1% Indigenous American or Alaska Native
<1% Indigenous Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
8% International Citizen 6% Multiracial
White
9%
1,192 166 64
ARTS & SCIENCES BUSINESS ARCHITECTURE
81 302 23
ART ENGINEERING BEYOND BOUNDARIES
1,828
First-year students enrolled
College is about more than academics.
Our clubs and student-run organizations offer the chance to meet like-minded peers and build lifelong friendships.
450+
NUMBER OF STUDENT-RUN CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
60%
OF WASHU STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE, CONTRIBUTING IDEAS AND LEADERSHIP THROUGH THEIR EFFORTS
All Student Theatre
Black Anthology
Carnaval
Cheap Lunch
Convocation
Diwali
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
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In the College of Arts & Sciences, you inhabit a world of exploration, creativity, and discovery— a universe of knowledge and personal understanding shaped by you, for you.
AS WASHU’S HOME TO THE LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, we invite you to join an expansive and inclusive academic environment encompassing the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. We are the largest undergraduate division, with more than 70 majors and minors in more than 40 departments and programs. Our robust academic advising supports your personal and academic growth.
A DYNAMIC CURRICULUM prepares you for life and a flexible career path. You will develop a broad range of intellectual and practical skills that empower you to think creatively and
83% 65% OF CLASSES HAVE FEWER THAN 25 STUDENTS
OF ARTS & SCIENCES STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN FACULTY-MENTORED UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
YOUR INTELLECTUAL JOURNEY in the College of Arts & Sciences will take you beyond the walls of the classroom. Through independent or team-based research, study abroad, community engagement, and other forms of experiential learning, you’ll chart your own unique academic trajectory.
66%
80% 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 critically; to engage with challenging texts, ideas, and technologies; and to solve pressing problems through data analysis and complex reasoning.
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
60%
90% OF STUDENTS STUDY ABROAD OF BUSINESS CLASSES HAVE FEWER THAN 50 STUDENTS
to think innovatively, both essential for success in any career path.
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 business. 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.
96% OF BSBA STUDENTS OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS REPORTED ACCEPTING A JOB WITHIN 90 DAYS OF GRADUATION
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, wood shops, 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
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DEGREE PATHS—BFA, BS, AND BA—TO SUPPORT YOUR PROFESSIONAL GOALS
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MINORS: ARCHITECTURE, ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY & THEORY, CREATIVE PRACTICE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE, DESIGN, HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, STUDIO ART, AND URBAN DESIGN
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 3D-printing 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.
2/3
OF OUR STUDENTS EARN A DUAL DEGREE, SECOND MAJOR, OR MINOR IN ANOTHER DISCIPLINE, RANGING FROM MARKETING TO MUSIC TO COMPUTER SCIENCE
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 course work isn’t limited to sitting in a classroom. Develop your own curriculum through independent study, hands-on research opportunities, and internships.
66%
96% 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
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.
70% OF STUDENTS PURSUE A MINOR, ANOTHER MAJOR, OR A SECOND DEGREE
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 WashU to grow these skills?
HOMETOWN
SCHOOL
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.
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.
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.
I chose WashU because of all the opportunities the school offered to me as a student interested in both business and design. I’m majoring in marketing and communication design so that I can better understand consumer behavior and changing advertising strategies through an innovative approach. The collaborative environment is another reason that I chose WashU and something that I came to appreciate even more once I got to campus!
During my first semester, I took a class called Management 100, which is a fundamental course for all incoming BSBA students. The concepts in the class
were engaging and informative, but I also loved having the opportunity to get to know my BSBA cohort better through the case competition that we worked on throughout the semester. The course was a great introduction to Olin, and I’m so glad I had the opportunity to start taking business courses as soon as my very first semester!
I was intimidated by the uncertainty of college. But even after just a week on campus, I learned that it wasn’t as scary as it had seemed. Yes, there is a lot of change, but there are also so many people who want to see you succeed, especially at WashU.
CLASS OF 2027 | CLEVELAND, OH | OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL
HOMETOWN SCHOOL
HOMETOWN SCHOOL
I chose to study chemical engineering because of WashU’s emphasis on environmental applications. I knew I wanted to pursue a career in sustainability, but I didn’t know what that would be exactly.
After taking classes here with professors like Dan Giammar and doing undergraduate research in Dr. Young-Shin Jun’s Environmental NanoChemistry Lab, I learned there’s a lot you can do with a chemical engineering degree in the fields of renewable energy, water treatment, and decarbonization. This degree will help me work on issues that give me a sense of purpose and let me make a difference in the world.
WHAT ACTIVITIES HAVE YOU BEEN INVOLVED WITH AT WASHU?
I’m a student worker at the Women & Engineering Center. The center has a really exciting vision for WashU’s women and engineering community, and it has been rewarding to aid the mission. I’ve held a few other campus jobs as a tutor and a grader, and I am a current member of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and the Women in Engineering Leadership Society (WELS).
WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE?
I have a renewable energy internship for the summer with a startup called Electric Hydrogen. There, I will be a test engineer, helping them develop their electrolyzers and green hydrogen technology. I intend to pursue a career in industry in the renewable energy space.
The Sam Fox School’s Architecture Discovery Program stood out as the most rigorous architecturerelated summer program I experienced throughout senior high. The standard was so high that it spoke volumes about the school’s commitment and culture surrounding architectural education.
WAS THERE A MOMENT AT WASHU THAT CHANGED YOUR PERSPECTIVE ON YOUR FIELD?
During my fall semester of sophomore year, I discovered the inherently humane, collaborative, and empathetic ethos that comes from studio culture. Architecture encourages a deeply collaborative approach, and I am grateful for the physical and ideological conception of the studio. In these spaces, I’ve engaged in some of the most philosophical, thorough, and complex discussions about architecture and its intersections with sociology, science, and various other fields alongside my peers. The studio fosters an environment where such interdisciplinary conversations thrive.
CLASS OF 2024 MÉRIDA, VENEZUELA, SAM FOX SCHOOL OF AND MIAMI, FL DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS
HOMETOWN SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2026 | CINCINNATI, OH, AND | SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN
SELANGOR, MALAYSIA & VISUAL ARTS
HOMETOWN SCHOOL
Besides its stellar Communication Design program, I knew that the Sam Fox School and WashU would be able to teach me more than just art, both through classes and through the different people I get to interact with. I am also able to pursue a second major in Marketing in a top-ranked business school and take as many Art History classes as I would like.
My favorite spot on campus would have to be anywhere on the East End, where both the Sam Fox School and the McKelvey School of Engineering reside. There’s a sense of peace and serenity on this side of campus, with several great study spots, like
the green wall space in Weil Hall or the second floor of McKelvey Hall, as well as spaces to relax and hang out with friends, like Tisch Park and Parkside Café. You get a beautiful view of Brookings and can take a short walk over to Forest Park for even more spots for fun and relaxation.
St. Louis has so many different cultural experiences. Some quick examples include Festival of Nations, the Japanese Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Hispanic Festival in Soulard, and Mardi Gras. It’s a city filled with rich cultural diversity and so much history that is just waiting to be discovered.
WashU was the only institution where I felt at home when I spoke with other students. Students and staff were—and still are— open and honest about areas of improvement that need to be made as an institution. They were kind to me in the admission process, and they took a genuine interest— even as just an admitted student—in how I was doing, what my interests were, and how they could get me connected. I also found a real sense of community from the Danforth Scholars Program. In many ways, I feel as though I chose WashU as much as it found/chose me.
Beyond Boundaries provides invaluable connections to and experiences with a
diverse community of others who explore unconventional and interdisciplinary paths, like my blend of Computer Science and Studio Art. These experiences have exposed me to countless examples of others’ interdisciplinary careers, equipping me with tools to craft a personalized future that’s truly aligned with my purpose.
The Skandalaris Center! Nothing shows true community like Skandy— everything from promoting a brave space for students and staff to share ideas, cultivating competitions for student startups to win funding, bringing in guest speakers, and more! The staff are top notch and have a real vision for WashU and St. Louis.
CLASS OF 2026 | CHARLOTTE, NC | BEYOND BOUNDARIES PROGRAM HOMETOWN SCHOOL
SPANISH, LATIN 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.”
“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.”
SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS
“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.”
MCKELVEY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
“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.”
The WashU Center for Career Engagement elevates career engagement and cultivates relationships with local-to-global employer and community partners to support the student career journey. We provide:
CAREER COACHING AND PLANNING. Career coaches and industry specialists offer scheduled and drop-in sessions to help you explore career opportunities and build a personalized strategy for identifying, applying, and interviewing through the internship and job search process.
$800,000+
16,000+ CAREER COACHING ENGAGEMENTS ANNUALLY IN INTERNSHIP STIPENDS AWARDED ANNUALLY
CAREER ASSESSMENT AND SKILLS TRAINING. Learn and grow the key career competencies for lifelong career management throughout your time at WashU in the classroom, in workshops with career coaches and alumni, and through experiential learning and internships.
ACCESS TO A GLOBAL COMMUNITY OF LEADERS, RECRUITERS, INFLUENCER NETWORKS, AND WASHU ALUMNI. Build connections and learn from the 150,000+ WashU alumni around the globe, plus engage with leaders and recruiters from top local and global organizations who hire WashU students.
18,000+ 4,600+
JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS ON AVERAGE ON HANDSHAKE (WASHU’S CAREER MANAGEMENT PLATFORM)
EMPLOYERS RECRUITING WASHU STUDENTS FOR JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
EMPLOYED 52.9%
ENTREPRENEUR 1.6%
CONTINUING EDUCATION 23.8% FELLOWSHIP/INTERNSHIP 5.4% SERVICE 1.0%
500+ 175+
ORGANIZATIONS WHERE WASHU GRADUATES LAND JOBS
GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS WHERE WASHU GRADUATES CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION
ORGANIZATIONS WHERE WASHU STUDENTS INTERN, RESEARCH, AND GAIN PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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.
With more than 170 years of history, ours is a community rich in traditions.
“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
“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 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
“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
“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 (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
“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.”
“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
WashU is an NCAA Division III school with 25 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 club sports options. Learn about our full athletic program at washubears.com.
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.
Find instructions and resources to successfully complete your application, and important dates and deadlines at admissions.wustl.edu/how-to-apply.
– We meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students.
– We provide no-loan offers for all undergraduate students. This means we replace loans with additional university grants and scholarships in all financial aid offers.
– We don’t consider home equity when determining financial aid offers.
– The WashU Pledge covers the cost of tuition, fees, housing, and food for four years for qualifying students from Missouri and southern Illinois.
– We offer merit-based and need-based scholarships.
– Your financial aid counselor will work individually with your family throughout your undergraduate years to understand your unique circumstances.
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/.
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