A big step toward educational equity
By eliminating undergraduate student loans, we have aligned our resources with our mission and are unlocking the potential of every future WashU student to make a unique mark on the world.
Our guiding principles
Our commitment to community runs deep, and we aim to enhance the health, equity and prosperity for all in the region and beyond.
A place of possibility
Academic freedom is the cornerstone of discovery, and our commitment to free inquiry has only been strengthened since our founding in 1853.
Forging new paths
Through ‘Here and Next,’ WashU commits to creating a future of faculty research and student learning rooted in interdisciplinary collaboration and excellence.
Cultivating authentic community
Creating a greater sense of belonging for our diverse community is our investment in the future.
Cultivating purpose-driven leaders
As set forth in our strategic vision, WashU is preparing and challenging everyone in our university community — students, faculty and staff — to step forward to serve, in ways large or small, to have a positive impact on our region, nation and world.
Making way for students to thrive
A transformative initiative “makes way” for top applicants by aiming to increase financial resources for promising students at every income level and to create a “best-in-class” experience.
‘We’re thinking big’ for WashU
Outlining a vision for the future of Washington University with the unveiling of the “Here and Next” strategic plan.
Fostering diversity — of people and ideas
The importance of diversity goes beyond educational access and the makeup of our student body, faculty and staff. Preparing students for engaged citizenship in a diverse world and in our democracy is a fundamental responsibility of our university.
Celebrating our graduates
On May 20, Washington University celebrated more than 2,500 graduates at the first university-wide Commencement event held on Francis Olympic Field.
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