2024-2025 Undergraduate Studies Catalog

 

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For general information or application materials:

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Webster University is an independent, nonprofit, multicampus, international institution offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Founded in 1915, Webster University’s main campus is in Webster Groves, Missouri, USA, a major suburban center of the St. Louis metropolitan area. Webster University also offers programs at extended campus locations throughout the United States, including military education installations and metropolitan centers, international programs in Europe, and Asia, and online distance learning programs in a large number of academic disciplines.

Webster University is academically organized into six schools and colleges:

• College of Humanities and Social Sciences
• College of Science and Health
• George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology
• Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts
• School of Communications
• School of Education

The polices and courses listed in this catalog represent the curriculum for the following degrees:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• Bachelor of Science (BS)
• Bachelor of Education Studies (BEd)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
• Bachelor of Laws in International Law (LLB)
• Bachelor of Music (BM)
• Bachelor of Music Education (BMEd)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Dual Majors
• Sequential Degree Programs
• Combined Degree Programs
• Certificate Programs

Not all degrees and majors are offered at every Webster University location. A schedule of courses for the academic year is available at all Webster University locations that offer degree programs.

The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and Webster University. The provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated.

However, Webster University reserves the right to change any statement made in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. The student is responsible for knowing graduation requirements for his or her particular degree program.

Enrollment in Webster University or completion of a degree program does not guarantee employment. Career services are available to students at most U.S. campuses. Webster University makes no claim or guarantee that credit earned will transfer to another institution.

Webster University works with an independent certified public accountant to assure that there is sufficient funding through a tuition guaranty bond. A copy of the bond document can be requested by mail addressed to Webster University, Office of Academic Affairs, 470 E. Lockwood Ave., St. Louis, MO 63119. Webster University does not have a pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession, has not filed a petition within the preceding five years, or has not had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.

It is the policy of Webster University not to discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, creed, age, ethnic or national origin, or non-disqualifying handicap, as required by federal laws and regulations, including Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

Webster University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-380 as Amended.

Governance

Webster University accepts in principle that the governance of the University is a shared responsibility of administration, faculty and students. Administrators provide executive continuity; faculty and students participate in governance mainly through the constituent assemblies and the work of committees. The latter provide for constructive interactions among administrators, faculty and students.

Organizationally, the Board of Trustees oversees all activities of the University. Leadership is headed by the Chancellor, who is responsible for determining the overall strategic direction and priorities for the University. The President is Webster University's chief academic officer. Below is the listing of the current members of the Board of Trustees.

Webster University Board of Trustees 2024-2025

John K. Nickel, Chair of the Board, Co-Owner and Co-Chairman, Switch.
Susan (Gay) Burns, Vice Chair of the Board, Human Capital Consultant Retired Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, Reinsurance Group of America, Inc.
Tim Keane, Chancellor, Webster University
Julian Z. Schuster, President, Webster University
Bill Donovan, Treasurer of the Board, Chief Financial Officer, Webster University
Marvin Anderson, Senior Vice President, Bank of America Private Bank
Mike Clairborne, Broadcaster, St. Louis Cardinals, NewsRadio 1120 KMOX
Alicia F. Elsner, President and General Manager, KSDK-TV Five on Your Side
Dr. William (Bill) Fogarty, Internal Medicine and Endocrinology (retired)
Jovita Foster, Vice President and Chief Legal Counsel, Drury Hotels Company, LLC
Michael J, Girsch, Vice President and General Manager, St. Louis Cardinals
Kristin M. Johnson, Principal, Chief Transformation Officer, Edward Jones
Daniel Lisella, Assurance Quality Director, BDO USA Professional Practice Group
Lisa Melandri, Executive Director, Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
Alan (Al) Elliott Merschen, Managing Partner, Myriad Marketing
Jennifer Ozimkiewicz, Senior Vice President and Head of Global Corn and Soybean Crop Business, Bayer, Crop Science Division
Kathleen (Kathy) O'Neill, First Vice President, COO, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Sumit Verma, Senior Vice President, Global Strategic Manufacturing, Iovance Biotherapeutics
David P. Weiss, Counsel in St. Louis, Sandberg Phoenix

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Notice of Non-Discrimination

Webster University is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity in the treatment of students, faculty and staff. The University considers employment, admissions, financial aid, programs, and activity applications without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, creed, age, ethnicity or national origin, religion, genetic information or disability. Inquiries or complaints related to any of these areas should be addressed to the appropriate individuals identified below.