Washburn Institute of Technology
Washburn Institute of Technology is a public certificate and vocational school in Topeka, Kansas, enrolling about 615 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. In-state tuition starts near $8,880 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,880
- 2024 Average Net Price: $8,607 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 40.75% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 615 71.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 67.66%
Washburn Institute of Technology: what the data shows
Common questions about Washburn Institute of Technology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Washburn Institute of Technology?
Washburn Institute of Technology is located in Topeka, KS (ZIP 66604).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Washburn Institute of Technology public or private?
Washburn Institute of Technology is a Public institution.
How much does Washburn Institute of Technology cost?
Published tuition: $8,880.
Average net price after aid: $8,607.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,114 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,496 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,645 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,082 |
| $110,001+ | $14,051 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $35,520.
How hard is it to get into Washburn Institute of Technology?
Admission rate: 40.75%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Washburn Institute of Technology?
Total enrollment: 615 students.
About 72% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Washburn Institute of Technology?
150%-time completion rate: 67.66%.
First-year retention: 79.0%.
What do graduates of Washburn Institute of Technology earn?
Median earnings: $42,881 six years after entry; $49,774 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,127.
13.48% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Washburn Institute of Technology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (904 completions)
- Licensed Practical & Vocational Nurse Training (168 completions)
- Welding Technology (126 completions)
- Engineering Technology - 15.0613 (87 completions)
- CIP 510904 (57 completions)
- CIP 460302 (52 completions)
- CIP 460201 (35 completions)
- Cosmetology & Personal Grooming Services (34 completions)
- CIP 470613 (34 completions)
- CIP 511009 (34 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Washburn Institute of Technology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 40.75%; completion rate 67.66%; median earnings $49,774 at 10 years; net price $8,607. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$8,880
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Washburn Institute of Technology was $8,880.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$8,607
2024 Value
In 2024 Washburn Institute of Technology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $8,607.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$8,607 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$35,520 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Washburn Institute of Technology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
13.48% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
8.09% 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 Washburn Institute of Technology 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 Washburn Institute of Technology 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 | $4,608 | $4,608 | $12,285 |
| 2014 | $4,944 | $4,944 | $9,570 |
| 2015 | $5,568 | $5,568 | $10,087 |
| 2016 | $6,192 | $6,192 | $11,741 |
| 2017 | $6,912 | $6,912 | $10,724 |
| 2018 | $7,632 | $7,632 | $10,942 |
| 2019 | $7,824 | $7,824 | $11,923 |
| 2020 | $8,160 | $8,160 | $11,523 |
| 2021 | $8,323 | $8,323 | $12,458 |
| 2022 | $9,360 | $9,360 | $11,880 |
| 2023 | $9,120 | $9,120 | $12,943 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
40.75% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
71.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Washburn Institute of Technology in 2024 is 615 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
79.0%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
67.66% 100% Completion Time
67.66% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 67.66% of students graduating from Washburn Institute of Technology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Washburn Institute of Technology.
Return on Investment
$18,127 Median Student Debt
$49,774 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.42% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1345.74% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Washburn Institute of Technology.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Licensed Practical & Vocational Nurse Training: 168 completions
Welding Technology: 126 completions
Engineering Technology - 15.0613: 87 completions
CIP 51.0904: 57 completions
CIP 46.0302: 52 completions
CIP 46.0201: 35 completions
Cosmetology & Personal Grooming Services: 34 completions
CIP 47.0613: 34 completions
CIP 51.1009: 34 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 904 completions
Most popular programs at Washburn Institute of Technology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Washburn Institute of Technology graduates.
About
Washburn Institute of Technology is a public institution located in Topeka, KS, offering 30 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 615 students. It is selective, with an admission rate of 40.75%. The institution maintains a 67.66% graduation rate. Approximately 13.48% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Topeka, KS 66604
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Washburn Institute of Technology provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Washburn Institute of Technology cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $8,880 and average net price is $8,607 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Washburn Institute of Technology?
The admission rate is 40.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Washburn Institute of Technology earn?
Median earnings are $42,881 six years after entry and $49,774 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Washburn Institute of Technology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 67.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Washburn Institute of Technology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,127.
How big is Washburn Institute of Technology?
Total enrollment is about 615 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Washburn Institute of Technology public or private?
Washburn Institute of Technology is a public institution located in Topeka, KS.
Is Washburn Institute of Technology an HBCU?
No. Washburn Institute of Technology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Washburn Institute of Technology a tribal college?
No. Washburn Institute of Technology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Washburn Institute of Technology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Washburn Institute of Technology does not meet that proxy (reported share 17.4%).
Is Washburn Institute of Technology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Washburn Institute of Technology in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.