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Webster University

US News Rank: #32Online Program: Grad BusinessLouis, MO, 63119Setting: Suburban

School Overview

Webster University, based in Louis, MO, provides students with a comprehensive academic experience. The university is ranked #32 in Regional Universities Midwest (tie) by U.S. News & World Report (2026). It is also recognized as #41 in Best Value Schools. The school features a suburban setting and serves 2,091 undergraduate students. The institution maintains a 86% acceptance rate, making it accessible. Admitted students typically present SAT scores of 1110-1310 and ACT scores of 18-25. The average high school GPA of incoming freshmen is 3.5. A 8:1 student-faculty ratio provides an environment conducive to individualized academic attention. About 81% of classes enroll fewer than 20 students, fostering an intimate learning environment. Popular majors among students include Computer Science (7%), Art/Art Studies, General (5%), and Business Administration and Management, General (5%). Those who major in Computer Science can expect a median salary of $90,966. Annual tuition and fees are $32,690, with room and board adding approximately $12,700. The average net price for students receiving financial aid is $22,378. Approximately 55% of students complete their degree within four years.
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Academics & Admissions

  • Acceptance Rate: 86%
  • SAT Range: 1110-1310
  • ACT Range: 18-25
  • High School GPA: 3.5
  • Graduation Rate (4yr): 55%
  • Student-Faculty Ratio: 8:01
  • Classes Under 20: 81%
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,091
  • Degrees Offered: Bachelor’s Degree

Cost & Financial Aid

  • Tuition & Fees: $32,690
  • Food & Housing: $12,700
  • Annual Cost: $22,378
  • Avg Need-Based Aid: $30,899

Official Website

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College Rankings

Popular Majors

Computer Science
7% of students | Avg Salary: $90,966
Art/Art Studies, General
5% of students | Avg Salary: $36,285
Business Administration and Management, General
5% of students | Avg Salary: $57,807
Business Administration and Management, General
5% of students | Avg Salary: $57,807
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
4% of students | Avg Salary: $30,759

Graduate Business Program Overview

Webster University was founded as a traditional brick-and-mortar school in the early 1900s in St. Louis, Missouri, where the school's home campus is still based. In addition to taking classes virtually, online students at Webster can take classes at one of Webster's physical locations in more than 23 states and five countries. Webster University is a nonprofit institution that is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a regional accrediting body. Nearly 10 graduate business degrees can be earned entirely online through Webster, including master's degrees in human resources management, information technology management and finance. Webster's business and management degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, a recognized accrediting body. Courses at Webster University follow a structured, week-by-week format. Course work generally includes readings, discussions, assignments, simulations and assessments. Some class work may require students to work together online. Courses are offered in nine-week terms, five times throughout the year. Webster University offers online students academic advising, peer tutoring, virtual library materials and an online writing center.
Webster’s online learning strategy leverages and serves a worldwide network of campuses bringing students and faculty together in a genuine WorldClassRoom. This strategy extends Webster’s mission by serving domestic and international students who do not reside near a Webster campus. The result is a globally disbursed, culturally and professionally diverse classroom. Rich course design, small interactive classes and highly responsive instruction provide for a unique quality learning experience.

About the Online Graduate Business Degree Program

Webster’s online learning strategy leverages and serves a worldwide network of campuses bringing students and faculty together in a genuine WorldClassRoom. This strategy extends Webster’s mission by serving domestic and international students who do not reside near a Webster campus. The result is a globally disbursed, culturally and professionally diverse classroom. Rich course design, small interactive classes and highly responsive instruction provide for a unique quality learning experience.

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Cost & Enrollment

  • Tuition/Credit: $775.0
  • Online Enrollment: 818
  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Program Type: Grad Business

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Online Rankings

  • #167-221 in Best Online Master's in Business Programs (Excluding MBA)

Majors Rankings

  • #661 Best Colleges for Business
  • #108 Best Colleges for Computer Science