Washburn University and Washburn Tech Report Fourth Consecutive Year of Enrollment Growth
Washburn University and Washburn Institute of Technology in Topeka have achieved their fourth consecutive year of enrollment growth, with overall full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment increasing by 2.3% for the Fall 2026 semester. The institutions serve a total of 7,766 students,…
Topeka, KS, September 30, 2026 —
Topeka, KS – Washburn University and its affiliated Washburn Institute of Technology (Washburn Tech) have announced a continuation of their enrollment growth trend, marking the fourth consecutive year of increases for the institutions. The overall full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment saw a rise of 2.3% for the Fall 2026 semester.
The combined institutions now serve a total of 7,766 students. This latest figure indicates sustained interest and student engagement across both Washburn University’s higher education programs and Washburn Tech’s career and technical training offerings.
A notable contributor to this overall growth was Washburn Tech, which experienced a significant increase in its student numbers. This surge is attributed, in part, to administrative adjustments made within a concurrent enrollment program. Further details on the specific administrative changes were not provided.
The achievement of four consecutive years of enrollment growth highlights a period of stability and expansion for the educational institutions located in Topeka.
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