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#10 in US ranking Saint Louis, MO
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Private not-for-profit
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Cost

Cost / year
$92,523
Tuition & fees
$69,594
Avg. aid
$55,678
Receiving aid
56%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
12%
SAT range
1500–1570
ACT range
33–35

Outcomes

Graduation rate
94%
Median salary
$57,449
1 yr after graduation

What are the security measures and safety resources available for students at Washington University in St Louis?

Washington University provides campus public-safety patrols, emergency reporting resources and systems for communicating urgent information. Reported measures also include emergency telephones or alarms, late-night transportation or escort options, and electronically controlled residence-hall entrances.

Students should learn the emergency contact procedure for the campus where they spend time; the Danforth and Medical campuses have different daily settings and facilities. The university publishes an annual security report containing federally required crime and safety disclosures. Its statistics should be read with their reporting periods and geographic categories in mind, rather than treated as a complete measure of personal risk.

Sexual misconduct reporting and support involve designated university processes and resources. Students seeking help should distinguish confidential support options from offices that must act on a formal report, and review current procedures for immediate assistance or accommodations.

Washington University in St Louis Security

  • 24h hotline
  • Trained security
  • Late night transportation
  • Electronically-operated dormitory entrances

How Safe Is Washington University in St Louis? - Crime Statistics

Total reported crimes

Washington University in St Louis Criminal Offenses

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Murder

0 0 0 0

Negligent manslaughter

0 0 0 0

Rape

8 4 4 0.24

Fondling

2 7 3 ▼fewer than the year before0.18

Incest

0 0 0 0

Statutory rape

0 1 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Robbery

2 1 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Aggravated assault

6 5 4 ▼fewer than the year before0.24

Burglary

10 6 2 ▼fewer than the year before0.12

Motor vehicle theft

35 36 31 ▼fewer than the year before1.90

Arson

0 5 0 ▼fewer than the year before0

Washington University in St Louis VAWA Offenses

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Domestic violence

12 3 5 ▲more than the year before0.31

Dating violence

2 4 3 ▼fewer than the year before0.18

Stalking

7 18 9 ▼fewer than the year before0.55

Washington University in St Louis Criminal Arrests

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Weaponry carrying

7 6 4 ▼fewer than the year before0.24

Drug abuse

7 4 4 0.24

Liquor law violation

2 0 0 0

Washington University in St Louis Criminal Disciplinary

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Weaponry carrying

0 0 0 0

Drug abuse

25 41 30 ▼fewer than the year before1.83

Liquor law violation

142 172 230 ▲more than the year before14.06

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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