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About Webster University

arts and design focusglobal campus networkprivate masters universitysmall class sizestest optional admissions

Webster University is a private university in Saint Louis, MO, known for its arts and design focus, global campus network, and private masters university. With an acceptance rate of 55%, Webster University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 428 students each year. Webster University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1026–1315, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Webster University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,770 per year; the sticker price of $46,632 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Webster University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

55%
Overall Accept Rate
1171
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1026 – 1315 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Webster University

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Essay Strategy
Webster operates campuses across Europe, Asia, and beyond, and this global network is central to the school's identity. In your essays or activities section, connect your interest in international experience, cross-cultural communication, or global careers to what Webster's worldwide campus system specifically offers you.
Test Score Strategy
Since Webster is test optional and your score falls below the range where it would help you, leave it off your application and let your GPA, coursework, and experiences carry the weight.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Webster University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$22.4k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$22.1k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$27.3k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$29.3k
110k+~$47k/yr$31.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$40k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,214
Undergrad Enrollment
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