by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Washburn University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Washburn University ran $9,945 each year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $20,949. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of those figures, the required fees amounted to $117 in-state and $117 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,828 | $20,832 |
| Fees | $117 | $117 |
| Total | $9,945 | $20,949 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not cover room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
What will Washburn University charge part-time students? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
To see where that lands, here is how Washburn University costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In KS | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Washburn University sits close to the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Review the Washburn University Financial Aid page for more.
The table below shows how tuition at Washburn University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,652 | $19,656 |
| Two Years Ago | $9,044 | $20,328 |
| One Year Ago | $9,464 | $20,468 |
| Most Recent Year | $9,828 | $20,832 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Washburn University has tracked over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition climbed 1.8%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $21,321 in the following year.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 4.31%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $10,373. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 1.96%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $21,360.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,373 | $21,360 |
| In 2 Years | $10,820 | $21,779 |
| In 3 Years | $11,286 | $22,206 |
| In 4 Years | $11,772 | $22,641 |
| In 5 Years | $12,279 | $23,085 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $87,986, compared with about $44,251 for in-state students.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Washburn University, head to the Washburn University Financial Aid page.
