Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
A private research university known for a strong pre-med track (its medical school is among the most competitive in the country) and a highly regarded architecture and design program, with a campus culture that leans academically intense but close-knit. Athletics are Division III and low-key, so a solid Greek scene, WILD (a twice-yearly outdoor concert tradition), and clubs carry most of the social calendar.
11%
Acceptance rate
1500–1560
SAT range
33–35
ACT range
3.9
Average GPA
8,000
Undergrads
$64,000/yr
In-state tuition
$64,000/yr
Out-of-state tuition
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