WUST Research Center

Washington University of Science and Technology

A career-focused university in Alexandria, Virginia, connecting academic quality with practical skills for a changing global workforce.

Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST) serves a diverse student body through programs designed around scholarly learning, applied practice, innovation, and emerging global challenges.

University Overview

WUST was founded with a commitment to transforming lives through quality education that blends academic excellence with practical skill development. The university presents its mission around career-related education, scholarly and innovative approaches, and preparation for global challenges.

Purpose

WUST emphasizes education that helps learners build knowledge, professional capability, and job-market readiness at local, national, and global levels.

Founding Vision

The university traces its development to Engr. Abubokor Hanip and highlights leadership from founding president Dr. Hasan Karaburk, with a focus on practitioner faculty and industry-relevant programs.

Education Built Around Applied Skill

WUST describes its curriculum as a blend of current industry standards, practical learning, and academic excellence, preparing students for fields shaped by business, technology, data, cybersecurity, and software systems.

Academic Focus

WUST offers undergraduate and graduate programs across business, information technology, data science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, cybersecurity, and management science.

Bachelor of Science in Business AdministrationUndergraduate business foundation

Bachelor of Science in Information TechnologyApplied technology and systems

Master of Science in Applied Data Science and AIData, analytics, and artificial intelligence

Master of Science in Applied Software EngineeringPractice-oriented software development

Master of Business AdministrationLeadership, management, and business strategy

Master of Science in CybersecuritySecurity knowledge and professional practice

Master of Science in Information TechnologyAdvanced IT capabilities

STEM-MBA in Management ScienceTechnical, analytical, and managerial preparation

Recognition, Authorization, and Student Support

WUST's official accreditation page lists state authorization, institutional accreditation, federal recognition, international-student authorization, and student benefit approvals.

SCHEV CertifiedCertified to operate in Virginia

ACCSC AccreditedAccredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

CHEA MemberListed by WUST as a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation

U.S. Department of EducationWUST states it is recognized as an accredited institution of higher education

SEVP CertifiedAuthorized to issue Form I-20 for international students

NC-SARA ApprovedApproved to offer online courses to residents of other SARA states

GI Bill ApprovedApproved to offer GI Bill educational benefits

Financial Aid EligibleWUST states the Department of Education authorizes qualified financial aid enrollment

At a Glance

Institution	Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST)
Location	2900 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22314
Academic Areas	Business, information technology, cybersecurity, applied data science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, and management science.
Student Support	WUST highlights admissions support, tuition assistance for skill development, career services, student success resources, writing support, library resources, and student services.
Contact	Tel: +1 703-941-2020 \| Fax: +1 703-941-2025

Accreditation Academics Research at WUST

Source note: Information on this page is based on official WUST web pages, including the WUST homepage, accreditation and certification page, academics links, and public contact information.