Washburn Institute of Technology
Topeka, KS · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 40.8% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | —–— |
| Middle-50% ACT | —–— |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $12,943 |
| Grad rate | — |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $49,774 |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
- •Personal profile: Name, address, demographics, citizenship.
- •Family: Parent/guardian education and occupation (used for first-gen context).
- •Education: Current school, GPA/rank if reported, courses & grades, planned senior courses.
- •Testing: SAT/ACT scores (self-reported); many schools are test-optional or test-blind — check per school.
- •Activities: Up to 10 activities with role, hours/week, weeks/year.
- •Personal essay: One 250–650 word essay from the Common App prompts.
- •Recommendations: Counselor recommendation + typically 1–2 teacher recommendations.
- •School supplements: Per-school essays and questions (the 'Why us', short-answer, etc.).
Supplemental essays
- Please tell us what you are interested in studying at college and why. Undecided about your academic interest(s)? Don’t worry—tell us what excites you about the academic division you selected. Remember that all of our first-year students enter officially “undeclared” and work closely with their team of academic advisors to discover their academic passions. You can explore all of our majors and programs on our website.· ~200 words
- WashU supports engagement in the St. Louis community by considering the university as “In St. Louis, For St. Louis.” What is a community you are a part of and your place or impact within it?· ~250 words
- WashU strives to know every undergraduate student “By Name & Story.” How have your life experiences shaped your story?· ~250 words
- Chancellor Danforth and Mrs. Danforth deeply cared about building trust within the community and being of service to others. They embodied a spirit of servant leadership. Like the Danforths, Danforth Scholars are leaders seeking to build community through fostering growth and empowerment rather than focusing on personal authority. Reflecting on the leadership tenure of the Danforths and the pillars of the Danforth Scholars Program, how have you utilized your leadership skills to foster growth and empowerment within your community. Please provide 1-2 examples in detail.· ~250 words
- The Ervin Scholars Program is open to only U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented or DACA students living in the U.S. Dr. John B. Ervin was a nationally renowned Black educator and the first African American Dean at Washington University in St. Louis. In the spirit of Dr. Ervin, Ervin Scholars are champions for positive change in their communities. Reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Ervin, how have you demonstrated your dedication to social justice and positive community impact in marginalized communities? Provide 1-2 examples in detail.· ~250 words
- Annika Lynn Rodriguez led a life committed in service to others. She demonstrated her commitment through her work as a member of Alpha Phi Omega, a National Service Fraternity during her time as a WashU student and later in the Peace Corps as an alum until her untimely death. In remembering Annika’s legacy, a friend said, “Annika gave herself wholeheartedly to every person who entered her life.” Share a story that exemplifies what motivates you to engage in service to community and provide two examples that demonstrate your ongoing commitment to service.· ~250 words
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).