Description
Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
Features
Washington University is a medium-sized, independent university dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The university is highly regarded for its commitment to excellence in learning. Its programs, administration, facilities, resources and activities combine to further its mission of teaching, research and service to society.
Washington University offers more than 90 programs and almost 1,500 courses leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in a broad spectrum of traditional and interdisciplinary fields, with additional opportunities for minor concentrations and individualized programs.
The Basics
| Setting | Located in Saint Louis, Missouri |
| School Type | USA University |
| Housing | Apartment |
| School Website | http://wustl.edu/ |
| State | Missouri |
| Nearest City | |
| Year Founded | 1853 |
| Admission Requirement | HK F.6 |
| Academic Calendar | Fall, Spring & Summer |
| Level Offered | Undergraduate, graduate and professional programs |
| Enrollment | Approximately 12000 students |
| International Students | 6% |
| Student-Teacher Ratio | 7:1 |
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Academic Programs
Accounting, Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Biochemistry, Business Administration, Business and Corporate Law, Chemistry, Comparative Literature, Control Engineering, East Asian Languages and Cultures, Economics, Education, Electrical and Systems Engineering, English, Environmental Studies, Finance, Film and Media Studies, History, Legal Studies, Mathematics, Music, Performing Arts, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Religious Studies, Taxation (Law), Writing etc.
http://wustl.edu/academics/departments-programs.html
Campus
Athletics facilities including a recreational gym with adaptable basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts, an eight-lane pool with adjustable bulkhead and diving well, eight handball/racquetball courts; two squash courts, indoor and outdoor tracks, a full weight room and sauna and the McWilliams Fitness Center, Boathouse etc.
Students Life
19 athletic teams: baseball, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, cross country (men’s & women’s), football, men’s soccer, women’s soccer, softball, swimming and diving (men’s & women’s), men’s tennis, women’s tennis, track and field (indoor & outdoor), women’s volleyball, women’s golf.
http://www.wustl.edu/athletics/
Other Information
Source
US News:
http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges/washington-university-in-st.-louis-2520
Washington University School website:
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Washington University Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington_University_in_St._Louis