What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Washburn University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | MA 151 Hours: | 5 credits |
| Calculus BC | 3 | MA 151 AND 152 Hours: 5+5=10 | |
| Biology | 3 | BI 100 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Chemistry | 3 | CH 111 OR CH 121 OR CH 151 Hours: 5 OR 5 OR | 5 credits |
| Physics 1 | 4 | PS 261 College Physics I Hours: | 5 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | EN 101 Hours: | 3 credits |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | EN 135 Hours: | 3 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HI 111 OR HI 112 Hours: | 3 credits |
Show all 29 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | MA 151 Hours: | 5 credits |
| Calculus BC | 3 | MA 151 AND 152 Hours: 5+5=10 | |
| Biology | 3 | BI 100 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Chemistry | 3 | CH 111 OR CH 121 OR CH 151 Hours: 5 OR 5 OR | 5 credits |
| Physics 1 | 4 | PS 261 College Physics I Hours: | 5 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | EN 101 Hours: | 3 credits |
| English Literature and Composition | 3 | EN 135 Hours: | 3 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HI 111 OR HI 112 Hours: | 3 credits |
| United States History | 4 | HI 111 AND HI 112 Hours: 3+3=6 | |
| Psychology | 3 | PY 100 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Statistics | 3 | MA 140 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CM 111 Hours: | 4 credits |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | EC 201 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Microeconomics | 3 | EC 200 Hours: | 3 credits |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HI 101 OR HI 102 Hours: | 3 credits |
| World History: Modern | 4 | HI 101 AND HI 102 Hours: 3+3=6 | |
| Physics 2 | 4 | PS 262 College Physics II Hours: | 5 credits |
| Human Geography | 3 | GG 101 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | CM 105 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Art History | 4 | AR 101 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Music Theory | 3 | MU 215 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Music Theory | 4 | MU 215 AND MU 217 Hours: 3+1=4 | |
| Art - 2D Design | 3 | AR 120 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Art - Drawing I | 3 | AR 140 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | PO 235 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Mod. Foreign Language | 3 | FR 101 OR GE 101 OR SP 101 Hours: | 4 credits |
| Mod. Foreign Language | 4 | FR 101/102 OR GE 101/102 OR SP 101/102 Hours: 4+4=8 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | PS 282 General Physics II Hours: | 5 credits |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | PS 281 General Physics I Hours: | 5 credits |
| Precalculus | 3 | MA 123 Hours: | 3 credits |
| Research | 3 | EN 1XX Hours: | 3 credits |
| Seminar | 3 | EN 1XX Hours: | 3 credits |
| US Government and Politics | 3 | PO 106 Hours: | 3 credits |
Source: washburn.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 130 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 39 |
| Psychology | 32 |
| Criminalistics and Criminal Science | 30 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 30 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 29 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 26 |
| Finance | 25 |
Show the other 44 majors
| Social Work | 23 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 22 |
| Accounting | 20 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 18 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 17 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 17 |
| History | 16 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 15 |
| Human Services | 15 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 15 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | 14 |
| Business Administration and Management | 13 |
| Political Science and Government | 13 |
| Anthropology | 11 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 11 |
| Mathematics | 10 |
| Legal Studies | 9 |
| English Language and Literature | 8 |
| Management Science | 7 |
| Chemistry | 6 |
| Science, Technology and Society | 6 |
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 6 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 5 |
| Sociology | 5 |
| Public Administration | 5 |
| Environmental Biology | 5 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 4 |
| Molecular Biology | 4 |
| Corrections | 4 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 3 |
| Philosophy | 3 |
| Music Performance | 3 |
| Small Business Administration/Management | 3 |
| Music | 2 |
| Forensic Chemistry | 2 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 2 |
| Music Teacher Education | 2 |
| Art Teacher Education | 2 |
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 1 |
| Securities Services Administration/Management | 1 |
| Forensic Science and Technology | 1 |
| Economics | 1 |
| Health Services Administration | 1 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Topeka, KS
232,648 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Manhattan Regional (MHK)
Nearest hub airport
Kansas City International (MCI)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 15.0 of 20
Elevation
965 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
19°F
July high
88°F
Annual snowfall
17.1 in
Days at 90°F or higher
44 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,010 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- Benedictine College49 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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