Washburn Institute of Technology

Washburn Institute of Technology is a public less-than-two-year institution located in Topeka, KS, a midsize city. The school enrolls 1,583 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 55.17 out of 100. Its completion rate is 63% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 71% (IPEDS 2023).

The institute offers a wide array of certificate programs including Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, CAD/CADD Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, Electrician, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Welding Technology/Welder, Cabinetmaking and Millwork, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant, Plumbing Technology/Plumber, and Heating Air Conditioning Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician.

Topeka is the state capital of Kansas and a center for government, healthcare, and manufacturing employment. Washburn Institute of Technology serves as a comprehensive workforce development resource for students across a broad range of technical trades and health disciplines.