About Washington University in St. Louis

Founded in 1853 by civic leaders and named after George Washington, Washington University in St. Louis is a prestigious private research university located in St. Louis, Missouri. The university spans 355 acres across its Danforth and Medical campuses and is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and community engagement. WashU emphasizes undergraduate research, with over 60% of undergraduates participating in faculty-led projects across diverse disciplines. The university is a top-tier research institution, ranking among the top 10 private research universities in the U.S., with research and development expenditures exceeding $1.1 billion in 2023. Its School of Medicine is a leader in biomedical research, managing major projects such as Folding@Home, which contributes to breakthroughs in diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer. WashU also hosts NASA’s Planetary Data System Geosciences Node and has a strong humanities presence, with projects like the digitization of Edmund Spenser’s works. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple schools, including Arts & Sciences, Business, Engineering, Law, Medicine, and Social Work/Public Health. WashU is known for its interdisciplinary approach, global outlook, and vibrant campus life.

Washington University in St. Louis offers comprehensive career services through its Center for Career Engagement, supporting students from their freshman year through post-graduate employment. The center provides individualized career coaching, helping students explore career options, develop job search strategies, and build professional skills. Students have access to self-assessment tools, workshops on résumé writing, interviewing, and networking, and participate in career fairs and employer information sessions. The university fosters connections with a global community of leaders, recruiters, and WashU alumni, facilitating internships, job placements, and networking opportunities. The Olin Business School’s dedicated career services offer specialized coaching and strong employer relationships, particularly in finance and investment banking, with a notable track record of placing graduates at top firms such as Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley, and J.P. Morgan. Career coaching continues beyond graduation, providing alumni with ongoing support for career advancement. WashU’s career services emphasize personalized development, experiential learning, and leveraging a vast network to prepare graduates for success in competitive job markets.