Admission & Application Requirements

• At least six units of transferable college-level course work;
• or at least six units of course work taken at School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) and proof of high school completion, General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency (HSE).
• 2.7 minimum GPA

Note: CAPS is designed for students with adult responsibilities who may require part-time and flexible course schedules. Current high school students and recent graduates seeking a traditional WashU college experience should apply through the undergraduate admissions office: admissions.wustl.edu.

Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and typically take four to six weeks. Applicants are encouraged to submit all materials by the following application deadlines:

Undergraduate Programs & Certificates        

• Summer: April 30
• Fall: July 31
• Spring: December 31

Graduate Programs & Advanced Certificates              

• Summer: April 30
• Fall:  July 31
• Spring: November 30

Pre-Nursing Program 

• Summer: June 19
• Fall: September 11
• Spring: February 1

1. Completed Application Form
   The online application is available online on our Apply page. Applications are ready for review when all fields on the application form are completed and the required documents have been received.
2. Transcripts
   Official or unofficial (student-issued) copies of transcripts from the three most recent years of college-level work. If you have fewer than 6-units of transferable credit, proof of high school completion, General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency (HSE) must be submitted. International Students must submit an official transcript from their school and an official evaluation of all previous college-level work.
3. Personal Essay
   Tell us about yourself in a brief essay (about 250 words). Why are you applying to School of Continuing & Professional Studies? What are your goals, both academic and professional? Is there additional information we should know about you when considering your application?
4. TOEFL Scores (if applicable)
   If you are not a U.S. citizen, official TOEFL scores must be forwarded to CAPS. Graduates of a U.S. university or college or Canada, Australia, and U.K. residents are exempt if they have earned a bachelor’s degree or a graduate degree from such college or university.

Statement of Admissions Conduct

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct as an integral part of its mission, the promotion of learning.  To achieve this goal, the university relies on each community member’s ethical behavior, honesty, integrity and good judgment.  Each community member should demonstrate respect for the rights of others.  Each community member is accountable for his/her actions.  Therefore, an offer of admission and a student’s enrollment at the university are contingent upon the accurate and complete representation of information within the application for admission, as well as successful completion of their current studies.  Applicants are obligated to notify the university of any changes in the information provided or responses submitted as part of their application.  Washington University in St. Louis reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission or revoke a student’s enrollment at any time if we receive information that, in our sole judgment and discretion, indicates that the information provided in the application is inaccurate or misleading or if new information leads the university to determine that a student is no longer a positive presence for study or participation in our community.

Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and typically take four to six weeks. Applicants are encouraged to submit all materials by the following dates:

• Fall Enrollment: August 5
• Spring Enrollment: November 15
• Summer Enrollment: April 15

Statement of Admissions Conduct

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct as an integral part of its mission, the promotion of learning.  To achieve this goal, the university relies on each community member’s ethical behavior, honesty, integrity and good judgment.  Each community member should demonstrate respect for the rights of others.  Each community member is accountable for his/her actions.  Therefore, an offer of admission and a student’s enrollment at the university are contingent upon the accurate and complete representation of information within the application for admission, as well as successful completion of their current studies.  Applicants are obligated to notify the university of any changes in the information provided or responses submitted as part of their application.  Washington University in St. Louis reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission or revoke a student’s enrollment at any time if we receive information that, in our sole judgment and discretion, indicates that the information provided in the application is inaccurate or misleading or if new information leads the university to determine that a student is no longer a positive presence for study or participation in our community.

There are no formal requirements for admission to undergraduate certificates for US citizens or permanent residents. Students should speak with an academic advisor regarding their preparation for specific certificates or courses.

US Citizenship or Eligible Noncitizen

International students interested in undergraduate programs must hold a visa that permits part-time study (including F-2 and J-2 visas).  Students holding  F-1 visas are not eligible for these programs.  Students holding a B-2 visa may be eligible if the coursework is recreational or avocational in nature.

Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and typically take four to six weeks. Applicants are encouraged to submit all materials by the following dates:

• Fall Enrollment: August 5
• Spring Enrollment: November 15
• Summer Enrollment: April 15

Completed Application Form
The online application is available online on our Apply page. Applications are ready for review when all fields on the application form are completed.

Statement of Admissions Conduct

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct as an integral part of its mission, the promotion of learning.  To achieve this goal, the university relies on each community member’s ethical behavior, honesty, integrity and good judgment.  Each community member should demonstrate respect for the rights of others.  Each community member is accountable for his/her actions.  Therefore, an offer of admission and a student’s enrollment at the university are contingent upon the accurate and complete representation of information within the application for admission, as well as successful completion of their current studies.  Applicants are obligated to notify the university of any changes in the information provided or responses submitted as part of their application.  Washington University in St. Louis reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission or revoke a student’s enrollment at any time if we receive information that, in our sole judgment and discretion, indicates that the information provided in the application is inaccurate or misleading or if new information leads the university to determine that a student is no longer a positive presence for study or participation in our community.

Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis and typically take four to six weeks. Applicants are encouraged to submit all materials by the following dates:

• Fall Enrollment: August 5
• Spring Enrollment: November 15
• Summer Enrollment: April 15

Statement of Admissions Conduct

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct as an integral part of its mission, the promotion of learning.  To achieve this goal, the university relies on each community member’s ethical behavior, honesty, integrity and good judgment.  Each community member should demonstrate respect for the rights of others.  Each community member is accountable for his/her actions.  Therefore, an offer of admission and a student’s enrollment at the university are contingent upon the accurate and complete representation of information within the application for admission, as well as successful completion of their current studies.  Applicants are obligated to notify the university of any changes in the information provided or responses submitted as part of their application.  Washington University in St. Louis reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission or revoke a student’s enrollment at any time if we receive information that, in our sole judgment and discretion, indicates that the information provided in the application is inaccurate or misleading or if new information leads the university to determine that a student is no longer a positive presence for study or participation in our community.