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Washington University in St. Louis is a private research university located in St. Louis, Missouri, consistently ranked among the top 20 universities in the country. With approximately 16,000 students, WashU offers exceptional programs in medicine, business (Olin), law, social work, and the arts and sciences. The medical school and teaching hospital are among the most respected in the world.
The campus is one of the most beautiful in the country, featuring Gothic and modern architecture, extensive green spaces, and a residential community that houses most undergraduates. WashU fosters a collaborative, supportive culture that balances academic rigor with genuine warmth. St. Louis offers an affordable, culturally rich city with a growing innovation economy. Forest Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country, is adjacent to campus. Admissions are highly selective, and WashU attracts students who want a world-class education in a community that values intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and personal connection.
WashU's graduates excel in medicine, business, law, social work, and the arts, supported by an alumni network that is deeply connected and genuinely helpful. The university's commitment to collaboration, accessibility, and interdisciplinary thinking sets it apart from peer institutions. A campus tour with a current Bear is the best way to experience the stunning campus, the warm community, and the intellectual culture that make Washington University one of the country's most rewarding places to study.
SchoolScoops offers private, student-led Washington University in St. Louis campus tours starting at $75 for one hour or $150 for two hours. Tours are available in person or by video chat and are led by a real, verified current Wash U student of your choice.
