Washington University in St. Louis is a private research university recognized for its outstanding medical school, strong pre-med pipeline, and programs in business and architecture. Its well-resourced campus and generous financial aid make it one of the top research universities in the Midwest.
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Notable Alumni
Tennessee Williams (iconic playwright)•Harold Ramis (Ghostbusters star and director)•Peter Sarsgaard (acclaimed film actor)
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Safety
WashU Police Department has 42 commissioned officers plus a Neighborhood Patrol Unit covering off-campus housing areas. The Danforth Campus has very low crime rates.
The Clayton and Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhoods around WashU are affluent and safe, distinct from St. Louis's higher-crime areas. The campus is well-buffered from north city neighborhoods.
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