Rankings
How every major ranking places Washington University in St. Louis. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 20 | $75,600 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 17 | $75,600 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 12 | $75,600 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 12 | $75,600 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 10 | $75,600 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 3 | $75,600 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $75,600 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $75,600 | See → |
| Social sciences | 2 | $75,600 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 1 | $75,600 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 1 | $75,600 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $75,600 | See → |
Costs and entry
1 course mentions scholarships. 8 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Washington University in St. Louis
The job market for Washington University in St. Louis' biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Washington University in St. Louis cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $75,600 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: humanities & languages courses are typically $75,600, humanities & languages $75,600.
How is Washington University in St. Louis ranked?
Washington University in St. Louis is ranked #167 by QS (2026), #67 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #26 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Anatomy & Physiology (#19) and Biological Sciences (#40).
How many postgraduate courses does Washington University in St. Louis offer?
83 postgraduate courses across 12 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (20), engineering & technology (17) and computer science & data technology (12).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Washington University in St. Louis' own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.