Washburn University's Topeka campus is anchored by Carnegie Hall, its oldest building since 1904 and one of the few structures to survive Topeka's devastating 1966 tornado, with first-year, first-time students required to live on campus, most in Lincoln Hall, named for the university's own original 1865 identity as Lincoln College.
Enrollment
4,930
Total Students
Freshman Class
1,233
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 18 - August 19, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
100%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Washburn requires first-year, first-time students to live on campus, which is shown nationally to improve academic success and graduation rates. Visit the Lincoln Hall or Living Learning Center front desk during business hours for a tour if you'd like to see your building ahead of move-in. This specific date should be confirmed directly with Washburn Residential Living closer to move-in, given genuine uncertainty in the sources available at the time of research.
August 18 - August 19, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Lincoln Hall
Suite-style · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Living Learning Center
Suite-style · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Washburn University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
May 1 - August 17, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$10,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Washburn University.
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