Washington University in St.
Louis: A Prestigious Academic Leader.
Washington University in St. Louis stands as the area's most prestigious
and challenging institution to enter, consistently ranking high on the
national collegiate maps.
By Jack Corbett
by Jack Corbett
Throughout the entire St Louis area, Washington University
is the most expensive and it is in most cases the hardest to get into.
Sure, there are other good universities and colleges here. Some might
have an even better reputation for their individual schools or specialized
curriculums. But Washington University's prestige is second to none in this
corner of the Midwest and it rates very high on the national collegiate
map.
With an enrollment of 11,000 Washington University offers
a full range of academic programs including its School of Business, Engineering,
Law School, and Medical School. Its Medical School in particular
ranks among the nation's best. Founded in 1853 Washington University's
boasts 18 Nobel Prize winners who served on its faculty.