Race & Ethnicity
Washington University in St Louis has a diverse student body with 48% students of color and 12% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Washington University in St Louis offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Washington University in St Louis has a gender distribution of 55% female students and 45% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
22% of total enrollment
27% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Washington University in St Louis serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 77% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 7% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
77%
Traditional Age (18-21)
7%
Non-Traditional (25+)
52%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Washington University in St Louis attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 12% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 12% in-state residents, 76% out-of-state students, and 12% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
12% of student body
76% of student body
12% of student body
States Represented
All 50 states and Washington D.C. are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
48%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
55%
Female Students
Global Reach
12%
International
Age Diversity
7%
Non-Traditional Age