Washburn University School of Law
General Info
Washburn University (WU), is a co-educational, public, institution of higher learning located in Topeka, Kansas, USA.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.washburnlaw.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) admissions@washburnlaw.edu
- (Location) Topeka, KS
Washburn Law School Admissions
Washburn Law School is considered a Somewhat Competitive law school, which accepts only 59% of its applicants. Comparatively, Washburn is Lower than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 430 | 252 (58.60%) | 103 (24.0%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 2.86 | 3.28 | 3.52 |
| LSAT | 149 | 152 | 155 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $19,964 | $31,129 |
| Part Time | N/A | N/A |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $15,299
- Living off-campus: $15,299
- Living at home: $15,299
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: 11/15
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 03/01
- Application Fee: $40
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Washburn Law School Community
Washburn Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Washburn is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 26
- Part Time: 23
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 19
- # Minority Faculty: 3
Ratio
11.4 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: No
- Graduate Housing: No
- Law Specific Housing: No
Washburn Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Washburn Law School 1L section size is 6% smaller than law schools in Kansas and 40% smaller than all PUBLIC law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 554
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 98
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 55
- Law Journals: 56
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 10.5%
- Second Year: 2.2%
- Third Year: 0.0%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Washburn Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Washburn Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 90% with 1% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 79.1%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 58.0%
- Business: 13.0%
- Government: 21.0%
- Public Interest: 2.0%
- Academia: 2.0%
- Kansas: 59%
- Missouri: 19%
- Texas: 3%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 79.1%
- First Time Takers: 110
- Average School: 85.1%
- Average State: 86.7%
- Pass Difference: -1.7%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Kansas: 86.4%
- Passed: 49 of 60 (81.7%)
- State Average: 86.7%
- Difference: -4.7%