Washburn Senior Academy
The Washburn Senior Academy provides academically high-achieving Shawnee County high school seniors the opportunity to earn nine hours of academic credit on the Washburn University campus during the second semester of their senior year.
About the Washburn Senior Academy
As part of the academy, you can enroll in WU101 The Washburn Experience and up to two General Education courses (9 hours total) at half the cost of our traditional student tuition rate and complete a preliminary academic and career plan to jump start your postsecondary education. High school students with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or higher are eligible to participate and must receive approval from their school counselor or principal. If you are younger than 18 years old, you will need to get approval of a parent or legal guardian to participate.
Washburn Senior Academy Enrollment Night
Date: Thu 11/07/24 6:00PM - 7:00PMLocation: Welcome Center of Morgan Hall
Washburn Senior Academy Enrollment Night for Spring 2025 begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Welcome Center of Morgan Hall and lasts approximately one hour. If you are unable to attend, you can schedule an advising appointment with Academic Advising at 785.670.1942.
Courses
You'll take three courses (9 total credit hours) on campus, including:
- WU 101 – The Washburn Experience (M/W/F 8:00-8:50 a.m. or T/R 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
- Two general education elective courses – explore your course options
Cost
Courses taken as part of the Washburn Senior Academy are half the price of the traditional undergraduate tuition rate.
Requirements
- Have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.50
- Receive approval from your school counselor or principal
- Receive approval from a parent or legal guardian if under the age of 18
- Apply for free to Washburn University before enrolling
- Fill out your application for the Washburn Senior Academy
Check out our honors program
As a Washburn Senior Academy participant, you're strongly encouraged to join the Washburn University Honors Program. This program offers enriching courses, leadership opportunities, and a supportive community of motivated students. Since you're already earning college credits in high school, the Honors Program will keep you on track for academic success, with access to challenging classes and mentorship from faculty to help you grow and thrive in college.
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