Webster University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Webster University is a private research university in Saint Louis, Missouri, enrolling about 2,304 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 86.23% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,876 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $31,750
- 2024 Average Net Price: $27,047 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.23% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,304 85.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 64.39%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 30.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 17.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1102
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,697
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,341
- Room & Board: $12,318 annual estimate
Webster University: what the data shows
Common questions about Webster University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Webster University?
Webster University is located in Saint Louis, MO (ZIP 63119-3194).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Webster University public or private?
Webster University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Webster University cost?
Published tuition: $31,750.
Average net price after aid: $27,047.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,359 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,083 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $27,257 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $29,315 |
| $110,001+ | $31,314 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $127,000.
How hard is it to get into Webster University?
Admission rate: 86.23%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1102 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Webster University?
Total enrollment: 2,304 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,697 students.
Graduate enrollment: 5,938 students.
About 86% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Webster University?
150%-time completion rate: 64.39%.
First-year retention: 68.7%.
What do graduates of Webster University earn?
Median earnings: $39,656 six years after entry; $50,876 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
28.82% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Webster University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other (530 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (525 completions)
- Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare (299 completions)
- Human Resources Management and Services, Other (100 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (83 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (71 completions)
- Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management (65 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (63 completions)
- Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other (45 completions)
- Mathematics and Statistics, Other (44 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Webster University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.23%; completion rate 64.39%; median earnings $50,876 at 10 years; net price $27,047. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$31,750
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Webster University was $31,750.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$27,047
2024 Value
In 2024 Webster University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,047.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$108,188 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$27,047 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$127,000 4-Year Tuition
$12,318 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$45,068 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$180,272 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Webster University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
28.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
45.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Webster University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Webster University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $23,760 | $23,760 | $21,057 |
| 2014 | $24,600 | $24,600 | $20,708 |
| 2015 | $25,500 | $25,500 | $24,006 |
| 2016 | $26,300 | $26,300 | $29,710 |
| 2017 | $27,100 | $27,100 | $22,937 |
| 2018 | $27,900 | $27,900 | $22,206 |
| 2019 | $28,700 | $28,700 | $22,768 |
| 2020 | $28,700 | $28,700 | $23,248 |
| 2021 | $28,700 | $28,700 | $23,953 |
| 2022 | $29,840 | $29,840 | $22,378 |
| 2023 | $30,730 | $30,730 | $26,196 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86.23% Acceptance Rate
5,341 Total Applicants
3,097 Students Admitted
452 First-Time Students Enrolled
14.59% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1102
ACT Average: 24
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Webster University reported total enrollment of about 2,304 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (54.3%), Non-Resident Alien (17.4%), and Black or African American (13.3%). About 28.82% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 30.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
85.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Webster University in 2024 is 2,304 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,697 students. Graduate enrollment is about 5,938 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
68.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 54.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
55.49% 100% Completion Time
64.39% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 55.49% of students graduating from Webster University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other: 73% male / 27% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 51% male / 49% female
- Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare: 82% male / 18% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Webster University.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$50,876 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.21% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
370.26% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Webster University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 106 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other: 530 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 525 completions
3. Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare: 299 completions
4. Human Resources Management and Services, Other: 100 completions
5. Counseling Psychology: 83 completions
6. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 71 completions
7. Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management: 65 completions
8. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 63 completions
9. Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other: 45 completions
Most popular programs at Webster University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Webster University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Webster University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,218
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,345
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Webster University is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Louis, MO, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare. Enrollment is approximately 2,304 students. Student body composition includes White (54.3%), Non-Resident Alien (17.4%), Black or African American (13.3%). The admission rate is 86.23%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1102. The 150%-time completion rate is 64.39%. Approximately 28.82% of students receive Pell Grants. About 30.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Saint Louis, MO 63119-3194
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 106 distinct degree programs, Webster University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Webster University located?
Webster University is located in Saint Louis, MO.
What is Webster University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Webster University is 86.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,341 applicants and 3,097 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Webster University cost?
Reported tuition is $31,750 and average net price is $27,047 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,318 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Webster University?
Webster University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,697 students, White (54.3%), Non-Resident Alien (17.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Webster University?
About 30.1% of students at Webster University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Webster University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Webster University reports midpoint SAT about 1102 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of Webster University earn?
Median earnings are $39,656 six years after entry and $50,876 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Webster University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 64.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Webster University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
Is Webster University public or private?
Webster University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Louis, MO.
Is Webster University an HBCU?
No. Webster University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Webster University a tribal college?
No. Webster University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Saint Louis, Missouri city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.