Webster University
Saint Louis, Missouri · Private
Webster University admitted 58% of 5,341 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1006–1233 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 61% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Webster University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Webster University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $53,108 a year. After grants, students paid $27,695 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Webster University’s acceptance rate?
Webster University admitted 58% of applicants: 3,097 of 5,341 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Webster University’s application deadline?
Webster University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Webster University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1006 to 1233, with a median around 1125. A score at or above 1125 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Webster University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Webster University have supplemental essays?
No. Webster University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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