Academics

Transforming Students for Global Citizenship and Individual Excellence

As an independent nonprofit institution, Webster University’s goal is to curate programs with our students and their evolving needs in mind — all while upholding the highest academic standards. As part of our global, interdisciplinary vision, we’re committed to providing a personal educational experience to every student.

We offer four-year degrees, accelerated master’s degrees, doctoral programs, certificates and professional development series among more than 160 program offerings and a variety of flexible study options.

Achieve Academically

“I’ve been given a support system like no other. The faculty and staff care about me in all aspects. They want you to do well academically, but they also want to ensure that you’re doing well mentally and emotionally.”

Emerald DuBose

BA in Psychology, ’26

Educational Excellence: Schools and Colleges

Our six academic schools and colleges, and our Gleich Honors College, house more than 1,200 experts in their individual fields, teaching various programs curated specifically to help you achieve your personal or professional goals.

Our undergraduate and graduate programs are available through Webster University Online, in person or as a hybrid. So no matter what or where you decide to study, you’ll graduate prepared to tackle life’s obstacles.

Meet Our Faculty

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Receive education that is broad-minded, radically inclusive, utterly respectful, and grounded in critical and humane thought.

College of Science and Health

Gain the skills necessary to prepare for careers in health and sciences.

George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology

Bridge the latest theories with real-world practice in today’s dynamic business landscape.

Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts

Thrive alongside fellow creatives preparing for careers and lifelong dedication to their craft.

School of Communications

Receive hands-on learning in the continually evolving world of digital media and technology.

School of Education

Master current teaching practices, and go above and beyond to educate and motivate others.

Gleich Honors College

Receive individual attention through seminar courses and a vast range of academic opportunities.

Discover What Webster Can Do for You

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Centers and Institutes

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From our main campus in historic Webster Groves, to Tashkent, Leiden, Athens, and more, we’ve celebrated a rich academic tradition that prioritizes research and discovery.

Our interdisciplinary centers, incubators of academic research, and issue-focused institutes each contribute to the student experience and push us toward educational excellence.

Academic Partnership

Euro Mediterranean Academy of Arts and Sciences

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The Euro Mediterranean Academy of Arts and Sciences (EMAAS) is an International Academy with members that include Webster University President Julian Z. Schuster, and Webster Athens Rector V.J. Botopoulos, Vice-Rector and Professor S. Michailidis and Professor A.D. Sarantopoulos.

EMAAS uses a cosmopolitan approach to education, scholarship and scientific achievements. Through its partnership with Webster University and its Athens office, the academy offers scholars and scientists the opportunity to participate in conferences, forums and research projects, organized and led by its members, creating added value for the global society and developing innovative solutions in various domains of modern science and technology.

EMAAS was founded by 22 internationally renowned scientists and artists in 2010, in Sparta, Greece, where it is headquartered, with branch offices in Athens and Lausanne, Switzerland. EMAAS members are dedicated to innovative research and to the exchange and dissemination of knowledge through interdisciplinary and transnational collaborations.