by our College Data Analytics TeamIs WUSTL worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
WUSTL is ranked #1,909 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Missouri, it ranks #49 of 74 for value.
Among the majors WUSTL offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Biomathematics | #2 of 4 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 2 |
| Cognitive Psychology & Psycholinguistics | #6 of 14 |
| Psychology | #6 of 14 |
| Other Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | #8 of 14 |
| Medical Anthropology | #8 of 11 |
| General Systems Engineering | #9 of 12 |
| Systems Engineering | #9 of 12 |
| Engineering | #9 of 12 |
| Environmental Biology | #10 of 13 |
Read the full WUSTL value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Washington University in St Louis is ranked #1 out of #82 in Missouri for quality and #49 out of #74 for Missouri value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the WUSTL financial aid page to be sure.
Washington University in St Louis is ranked #1,909 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Washington University in St Louis is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at WUSTL costs about $56,471. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $225,884 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $88,488 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,786 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $56,471 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $225,884 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the WUSTL net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What WUSTL costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a WUSTL degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $353,952 | — | — |
| All Students | $225,884 | #1,909 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,144 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $353,952 | — | — |
| All Students | $225,884 | #49 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,144 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at WUSTL shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $4,391 |
| $30K–$48K | $2,321 |
| $48K–$75K | $1,863 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,344 |
| Over $110K | $42,712 |
About 48% of WUSTL undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $55,678 per year. Get more details on the WUSTL financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average WUSTL cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.