WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) is the division for modern learners at Washington University in St. Louis. The division offers a wide range of courses in a variety of interdisciplinary and professional areas of study. Part-time and full-time study options in undergraduate degree programs, master's degree programs, certificate programs, and professional development are available. CAPS is also home to the WashU Prison Education Project (PEP), which offers credit-bearing college courses and degrees to incarcerated students at two regional Missouri prisons; the English Language Program (ELP), which helps WashU students who speak English as an additional language achieve academic and professional success; and the EMPOWER program for English language development in workforce certification. For more information regarding any of these programs, visit the WashU CAPS website.
Since 1931, CAPS has been a cornerstone of career advancement and professional development in the St. Louis region. Their mission is to empower modern learners — those balancing education with work and personal responsibilities — with flexible, high-quality educational pathways to career success.
CAPS offers a variety of degree and certificate programs tailored to meet the demands of the regional job market. A dynamic curriculum, developed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensures learners gain the skills and knowledge employers are seeking. Whether learners are looking to upskill, reskill, or achieve a new qualification, CAPS provides the practical, career-focused education they need to thrive.
Flexible learning options, including online courses, hybrid programs, and in-person classes, allow students to pursue their educational goals on their terms. CAPS is committed to supporting students' success with a range of resources and personalized coaching. With the support of dedicated instructors, recruiters, student success navigators, and career specialists, students have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
Graduate Study
WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) administers several master's degree programs, generally consisting of 30 to 36 units of graduate-level coursework.
Graduate Degrees in WashU Continuing & Professional Studies
- Master of Applied Computer Science (MACS)
- Master of Arts (AM) in Human Resources Management
- Master of Arts (AM) in International Affairs
- Master of Arts (AM) in Nonprofit Management
- Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning (MATL)
- Master of Data Analytics & Applications (MDAA)
- Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Research Management
Contact Information
WashU Continuing & Professional Studies
Washington University in St. Louis
MSC 1064-134-100
One Brookings Drive, January Hall, Suite 100
St. Louis, Missouri 63130
Phone: 314-935-6700
Toll-Free: 866-340-0723
Fax: 314-935-6744
WashU Continuing & Professional Studies website
Email: caps@wustl.edu