Established in 1915 by the Sisters of Loretto, who sought to make education accessible to all, Webster has an extraordinary history reflecting a determination to equalize higher education.

For more than 100 years, we’ve provided our students with the tools, resources, and skills necessary to become experts in their chosen career fields. Whether you’re just starting out or completing an advanced degree, you’ll have industry leaders guiding you throughout your academic journey in a personalized and flexible setting.

Recognizing the growing interconnectedness of our world, for 40 years we have been building a network of campuses to serve local communities. Today, we serve more than 10,000 students across 50 residential, metro, military, and international locations.

As a private, non-profit 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 — all with more than 160 program offerings and a variety of flexible study options.

Webster University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) continuously since 1925, and this accreditation applies to every Webster campus and location across the United States, internationally and online.