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Webster University

Saint Louis, MO·Private nonprofit·2,180 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 2,180 students.

58%
Accept
2,180
Students
$26,196
Net Price
61%
Grad Rate
$47,900
Earnings
10 yr
$18,500
Debt

About This School

Webster University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Louis, Missouri with approximately 2,180 undergraduate students enrolled. Webster University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 58%. The average net price after financial aid is $26,196 per year. The graduation rate is 61%, and the typical graduate earns $47,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Webster University is a private university with its main campus in Webster Groves, Missouri, United States. It has multiple branch locations across the United States and countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The university has an alumni network of around 170,000 graduates worldwide.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 61% graduation rate means nearly 4 in 10 students don't finish, and median earnings of $47,900 a decade out are modest, though the relatively low median debt of $18,500 softens that concern somewhat. That said, the $26,196 average net price and a genuinely international footprint — with campuses across Europe, Asia, and Africa — make it worth a serious look for students drawn to global programs like media, music, or international relations. Best fit for a motivated student who has a clear academic direction and won't need the structure of a larger university to stay on track.

Founded
1915
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts24%
Business & Marketing19%
Communications7%
Social Sciences5%
Psychology5%
Health Professions5%
Computer Science4%
Biological Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Susilo Bambang YudhoyonoLloyd J. Austin IIIIrene DunneEileen CollinsMarsha MasonJohn ZornDana SnyderRob RiggleRocky CarrollJenifer LewisVal DemingsSidney M. Gutierrez

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1145
Reading 75th %ile643
Math 75th %ile590

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$30,730
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,730
Avg Net Price
$26,196
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$18,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
61%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$38,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.6x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White61%
Black15%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,180 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Webster University

470 E Lockwood Ave.

Saint Louis, MO 63119-3194

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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