Webster University

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2023 Undergraduate Tuition

$30,530

3% growth from 2022

2023 Average Net Price

$27,695

After Financial Aid

2020 Default Rate

on Student Loans

2023 Acceptance Rate

58%

5,341 Applicants

2023 Enrolled Students

7,606

55.5% Full-Time

2023 Graduation Rate

61.1%

312 Graduates

About

Webster University is a higher education institution located in St. Louis County, MO. In 2023, the most popular Masters Degree concentrations at Webster University were General Business Administration & Management (695 degrees awarded), Other Human Resources Management & Services (157 degrees), and Other Computer & Information Technology Services Management (99 degrees).

In 2023, 2,582 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Webster University. 55% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 45% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (1,277 degrees), 2 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (638 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Webster University is $30,530, which is $5,955 more than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($24,575).

In 2020 the default rate for borrower's at Webster University was 0%, corresponding to 0 out of the 2,633 total borrowers.

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Costs

In 2023, the median undergraduate tuition at Webster University is $30,530, which is $5,955 more than the national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($24,575).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $27,695.

In 2023, 81% of undergraduate students attending Webster University received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 44% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$30,530

2023 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2023, the cost of tuition at Webster University was $30,530. The cost of tuition at Webster University is $5,955 more than than the overall (public and private) national average for Masters Colleges and Universities ($24,575).

This chart compares the tuition costs of Webster University (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$27,695

2023 Value

20.1%

1 Year Growth

In 2023 Webster University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,695. Between 2022 and 2023, the average net price of Webster University grew by 20.1%.

This chart compares the average net price of Webster University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$12,799

Room and Board

$1,000

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at Webster University was of $12,799 in 2023. The cost of room and board increased by 24.5% between 2022 and 2023.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $1,000. The cost of books and supplies did not change during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at Webster University (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

81%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

44%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

81% of undergraduate students at Webster University received financial aid through grants or loans in 2023. This represents a growth of 1.25% with respect to 2022, when 80% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Webster University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

Cohort default rates only account for borrowers who default in the first three years, and some schools only have a small proportion of borrowers entering repayment. These rates should be interpreted with caution, as they may not be reflective of the entire school population.

2020 Default Rate

Number of Defaults

In 2020 the default rate for borrower's at Webster University was 0%, which represents 0 out of the 2633 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

Admissions

Webster University received 5,341 undergraduate applications in 2023, which represents a 41.7% annual growth. Out of those 5,341 applicants, 3,097 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 58% acceptance rate.

There were 7,606 students enrolled at Webster University in 2023. 9% of first-time enrollees submitted SAT scores with their applications.

Webster University has an overall enrollment yield of 14.6%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

58%

Acceptance Rate in 2023

3,097

Accepted Out of 5,341

In 2023, the undergraduate acceptance rate of Webster University was 58% (3,097 admissions from 5,341 applications). This is higher than the acceptance rate of 2022, which was 55.1%. Between 2022 and 2023, the number of applicants grew by 41.7%, while admissions grew by 49.2%.

This chart compares the acceptance rate of Webster University (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

SAT Scores

Submission Percentage (2023)

Scores Submitted (2023)

9% of enrolled first-time students at Webster University in 2023 submitted SAT scores with their applications.

The following chart shows the average SAT scores for the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile of applicants for each section of the test that they are evaluated on.

Enrollment

Webster University had a total enrollment of 7,606 students in 2023. The full-time enrollment at Webster University is 4,219 students and the part-time enrollment is 3,387. This means that 55.5% of students enrolled at Webster University are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Webster University, both undergraduate and graduate, is 36.1% White, 16.8% Black or African American, 5.22% Hispanic or Latino, 2.62% Two or More Races, 2.2% Asian, 0.21% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.145% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at Webster University in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (37.2%), followed by White Male (26.3%) and Black or African American Female (7.46%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (10%), followed by White Male (7.66%) and Black or African American Female (7.5%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

55.5%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Webster University in 2023, both undergraduate and graduate, is 7,606 students. The full-time enrollment at Webster University is 4,219 and the part-time enrollment is 3,387. This means that 55.5% of students enrolled at Webster University are enrolled full-time compared with 68.2% at similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Webster University (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

77%

2023 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. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Webster University was 77%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Masters Colleges and Universities (74%), Webster University had a retention rate higher than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Webster University (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2023)

White
2,743 enrolled students
Black or African American
1,275 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
397 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Webster University is 36.1% White, 16.8% Black or African American, 5.22% Hispanic or Latino, 2.62% Two or More Races, 2.2% Asian, 0.21% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.145% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Masters Colleges and Universities is 50.1% White, 17.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 13.4% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 187 students (2.46%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2023, 258 more women than men received degrees from Webster University. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Webster University is white (1,277 degrees awarded). There were 2 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (638 degrees).

The most common Masters Degree concentration at Webster University is General Business Administration & Management (695 degrees awarded), followed by Other Human Resources Management & Services (157 degrees) and Other Computer & Information Technology Services Management (99 degrees).

In 2023, the most specialized majors across all degree types at Webster University, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Applied Sciences (148 degrees awarded), Communication Technologies (37 degrees), and Business (1,201 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Accountants & auditors

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Webster University are Accountants & auditors (1,044,450 people), Other managers (931,053 people), Financial managers (551,988 people), Chief executives & legislators (458,623 people), and Firstline supervisors of retail sales workers (325,517 people).

The most specialized majors at Webster University in 2023 are Applied Sciences (148 degrees awarded), Communication Technologies (37 degrees), Business (1,201 degrees), Visual & Performing Arts (155 degrees), and Protective Services (100 degrees) (as of 2023).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Webster University are Surgeons, Physicians, Magnetic resonance imaging technologists, Nuclear medicine technologists and medical dosimetrists, and Chief executives & legislators

The most specialized majors at Webster University are Applied Sciences (148 degrees awarded), Communication Technologies (37 degrees), Business (1,201 degrees), Visual & Performing Arts (155 degrees), and Protective Services (100 degrees) (as of 2023).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Webster University are Elementary & secondary schools (947,735 people), Computer Systems Design (608,613 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (592,941 people), Banking & related activities (514,772 people), and General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (504,411 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by Webster University.

Most Common (2023)

General Business Administration & Management
695 degrees awarded
Other Human Resources Management & Services
157 degrees awarded
Other Computer & Information Technology Services Management
99 degrees awarded

In 2023, the most common masters degree concentration at Webster University was General Business Administration & Management with 695 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from masters degree programs at Webster University according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

1,162

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2023

1,420

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2023

In 2023, 1,162 degrees were awarded to men at Webster University, which is 0.818 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (1,420).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Webster University by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2023, 409 degrees were awarded to men at Webster University in General Business Administration & Management, which is 1.06 times more than the 386 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2023, 386 degrees were awarded to men at Webster University in General Business Administration & Management, which is 0.944 times less than the 409 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

45%

100% Completion Time

57%

150% Completion Time

In 2023, 45% of students graduating from Webster University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 57% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 58% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Masters Colleges and Universities Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

American Indian or Alaska Native Female

Highest Graduation Rate (100%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2023 at Webster University is Female and American Indian or Alaska Native (100% graduation rate). Across all Masters Colleges and Universities, Non-resident Alien Male students have the highest graduation rate (65.7%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) categorizes any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the graduation rate of those students is shown in the chart below. Additionally, 5.13% of graduates (16 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2023)

White
1,277 degrees awarded
Black or African American
638 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
178 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Webster University is white (1,277 degrees awarded). There were 2 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (638 degrees).

4.84% of degree recipients (125 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2023)

White Female
705 degrees awarded
White Male
572 degrees awarded
Black or African American Female
406 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Webster University is white female (705 degrees awarded). There were 1.23 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white male (572 degrees).

Operations

Webster University has an endowment valued at nearly $86M, as of the end of the 2023 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of −1.46M (−1.7%) compared to the 5.72% average return (2.84M on 49.7M) across all Masters Colleges and Universities.

In 2023, Webster University had a total salary expenditure of 158M. Webster University employs 59 Professors, 56 Associate professors and 49 Assistant professors. Most academics at Webster University are Male Associate professor (33), Male Professor (30), and Female Professor (29).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Webster University are: Management, with 92 employees, Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media, with 84 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 84 employees.

Endowment

$86M

2023 Endowment

40.2%

decline from 2022

Webster University has an endowment valued at about $86M, as of the end of the 2023 fiscal year. The endowment of Webster University declined 40.2% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $36.3M higher than than the median endowment of Masters Colleges and Universities according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at Webster University (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$67.2M

2023 Salaries

4.77%

growth from 2022

In 2023, Webster University paid a median of $67.2M in salaries, which represents 42.4% of their overall expenditure ($158M) and a 4.77% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 16.9% decline between 2021 and 2022, and a 0.122% decline between 2020 and 2021.

The median for similar Masters Colleges and Universities is 36.1M (39.6% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$14.6M

Instructional Salaries

175

Number of Employees

In 2023, Webster University paid a total of $14.6M to 175 employees working as instructors, which represents 21.8% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $1.12M (2.97%) for similar Masters Colleges and Universities.

Occupations by Share

Professor

Most Common Instructor

59 Employees

Management

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

92 Employees

In 2023, the most common positions for instructional staff at Webster University were Professor with 59 employees, Associate professor with 56 employees, and Assistant professor with 49 employees.

In 2023, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Webster University were Management with 92 employees, Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 84 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 84 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2023)

Male Associate professor
Male Professor
Female Professor

In 2023, the most common demographic for instructional staff at Webster University was Male Associate professor with 33 employees, Male Professor with 30 employees, and Female Professor with 29 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at Webster University.

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