World-class education. Within reach.
Why University College? •W hen you graduate from University College, you earn a Washington University degree. •A ffordable and accessible. •O ne of the lowest evening tuition rates in St. Louis. •G enerous scholarships and financial assistance available. • P ersonalized advising and career planning.
ABOUT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Recognized worldwide for academic excellence, Washington University in St. Louis has offered continuing education programs and courses through University College since 1908. Today, University College offers part-time, evening, online, and summer school classes to students who want to earn undergraduate or graduate degrees or certificates in specialized areas of study, or pursue personal enrichment. Our programs provide adult students the opportunity to experience the excitement of attending and earning a degree or certificate from a world-class research institution.
Our Students Our students are St. Louis. From the 25-year-old public relations professional living in Kirkwood in pursuit of a graduate degree to the 45-year-old mother from Ferguson finishing her college degree, to the executive in Fenton expanding his knowledge about international relations, to the grandmother in O'Fallon who always wanted to learn French, we provide continuing education options for ambitious and curious minds of all ages.
Our Faculty Our instructors include many WashU faculty as well as professionals from the greater St. Louis community. These include successful business, science and health professionals, working journalists, writers and performing artists, and WashU graduate students and recent PhDs.
ACCREDITATION Washington University in St. Louis is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Association of American Colleges and Universities, the College Board, the American Council on Education, and the Independent Colleges and Universities of Missouri. University College is a member of the Association for Continuing Higher Education, the University Continuing Education Association, and the Association of Graduate Liberal Studies Programs.
When you graduate from University College, you earn a Washington University degree.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY Choose from nearly 50 programs of study, all built on the foundation of Washington University’s commitment to educational excellence. Our flexible part-time, evening, online, and summer school course offerings allow you to earn a degree from one of the nation’s premier universities while maintaining your other commitments. CERTIFICATES
ADVANCED CERTIFICATES
• Applied Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics
• Business
• Clinical Research Management
• Clinical Research Management
• Human Resources Management fully online option
• Creative Writing • Forensic Psychology • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) • Journalism • Marketing • Somatic Studies • Strategic Communication • Sustainability
• International Affairs fully online option • Math & Science Education • Nonprofit Management fully online option • Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Study • Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification
“ With courses available online and in the evening, University College’s flexible curriculum made it easy to find a schedule that worked for me.” — Nina, BS in Economics
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
GRADUATE DEGREES
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS fully online option
MASTER OF ARTS IN
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
• Biology
• Anthropology • Clinical Research Management • Communications • Economics • English • Global Leadership & Management • Health Care • History • Industrial & Organizational Psychology • Integrated Studies fully online option • International Studies
• American Culture Studies • Education • Human Resources Management • International Affairs • Liberal Arts (MLA) • Nonprofit Management • Statistics • Teaching and Learning MASTER OF SCIENCE IN • Biology for Science Teachers • Clinical Research Management DOCTOR OF LIBERAL ARTS (DLA)
• Mathematics or Applied Mathematics • Political Science • Psychological & Brain Sciences • Sustainability
Take a course today. Apply later. At University College, students can take courses without applying to a degree program. If you are interested in taking a class to get to know University College, to fulfill credits, for professional development, or to follow a passion, the non-degree option is for you. For more information, visit UCOLLEGE.WUSTL.EDU/NON-DEGREE
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* The no application fee applies to undergraduate, graduate, certificate or advanced certificate programs. The Post-Baccalaureate Premedical program has a $35 application fee.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Undergraduate Bachelor of Science or Associate in Arts • At least six units of transferable college-level course work; or • At least six units of course work taken at University College and a high school diploma or GED • 2.7 minimum GPA
Graduate Admission to graduate programs are open on a selective basis to qualified persons w ith a baccalaureate degree. Admission requirements differ by degree program.
Certificates or Advanced Certificates • There are no formal requirements for admission to certificates. Students should speak with an academic advisor regarding their preparation for specific certificates or courses. • Admission to an advanced certificate program normally requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and is on a selective basis to qualified persons. Admission requirements differ by advanced certificate program. Visit ucollege.wustl.edu/requirements to review detailed admissions and degree-specific requirements.
“University College was there for me when no other institution was. I wasn’t just an invoice to them. I was a person with goals and dreams, and they did everything they could to assist me.” — Kat, BS in English
“ University College was the choice for me because it allowed me to get a topranked education at an affordable price.” — Terri, MA in American Culture Studies
SCHOLARSHIP & FINANCIAL AID University College offers a number of scholarships, both need- and merit-based. Our tuition is priced competitively among private colleges and universities in the St. Louis region. • Community College Scholarship | merit-based • Graduate Scholarship | need-based • Transfer Scholarship | merit-based • Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship | merit-based • Undergraduate Scholarship | need-based • Woman’s Club Centennial Endowed Scholarship | need-based Most scholarships have specific submission deadlines for fall and spring semesters. For more information, visit ucollege.wustl.edu/financial/scholarships.
Military Washington University is proud to be a full partner in the Yellow Ribbon program. If the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) determines you to be eligible for the Yellow Ribbon benefit, Washington University and the VA will cover 100% of your tuition for the duration of your VA entitlements.
100% COVERED TUITION
Yellow Ribbon Program
University College is committed to providing educational opportunities to veterans, active duty military personnel, dependents, and survivors seeking educational benefits through the Veterans Administration. Learn more at ucollege.wustl.edu/military.
71% of students receive some type of aid
More than
$4 million in aid awarded to more than 800 students
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Campus Box 1085 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO 63130-4899 Phone: (314) 935-6700 Email: ucollege@wustl.edu Web: ucollege.wustl.edu WUSTLucollege Contains 10% post-consumer waste