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Our students come to us from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. The entire Webster University team works to ensure every student has a high-quality learning experience that prepares them for global citizenship and individual excellence.

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From our historic Webster Groves campus in St. Louis, Missouri, to a variety of locations around the world — explore the many places our students learn and grow.

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Embark on an academic adventure at one of our campuses in Europe or Asia.

Pack your bags; studying in the heart of Europe is more than just attending class.

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Learn more about our military locations providing unmatched programming.

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Nine PBS' New Season of 'Teaching in Room 9' Produced in Collaboration with Webster University

Webster students helped create the Nine Networks show "Teaching in Room 9," set to air on The Nine Network in St. Louis. A watch party for the first episode is scheduled in Sverdrup Hall at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17.

Tim Keane Named Chancellor of Webster University

Webster University has selected Tim Keane, PhD, to serve as its next Chancellor, effective Aug. 1.

Congratulations Webster Graduates!

Webster University hosted its 105th Commencement Ceremony on May 11 at the Webster Groves campus, with the main ceremony beginning with an inspirational video, followed by welcome remarks by University President Julian Z. Schuster, PhD.

Webster Named Designated 'Teach-Out' Partner with Fontbonne University

Webster University has been named a “teach-out institution” for Fontbonne University students to consider as they face the closure of their college. Fontbonne students can transfer completed course credits to Webster, pay similar or lower costs, and complete their degrees on time.

Webster’s Health Sciences Programs Rise in National Grad School Rankings

Webster University’s Master of Science in Nursing degree was named one of the top graduate nursing programs in the nation. Peers ranked its DNAP in the top 50 programs in the U.S. in the annual U.S. News & World Report 2024 Graduate School Rankings.

U.S. News & World Report Ranks Online Master’s Programs Among Best in Nation

Webster University’s online business programs, education programs and information technology master’s programs were ranked among some of the best in the nation in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Online Programs guide.

Gorloks’ Women’s Basketball Team Capture Third Straight SLIAC Championship

Webster's women's basketball team defeated the Westminster (Missouri) College Blue Jays for the SLIAC Women's Basketball Tournament Championship for the third straight season in the championship game with a 71-56 victory.

Chess Legend Susan Polgar to be Inducted into World Chess Hall of Fame

Susan Polgar, who served as Webster University’s first chess coach and has led college teams to more national championships than any other college coach in history, will be inducted into the World Chess Hall of Fame on Nov. 13. The ceremony will be held on Webster’s main campus.

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