University Policies
A framework to guide the pursuit of our shared mission
Policies play an important role in supporting the WashU mission, vision, and daily operations. They establish clear expectations and promote consistency and accountability across the university.
Find a university policy
Search WashU’s policy library to find policies that apply across the institution. Related guidance, procedures, handbooks, and school-specific materials are maintained on the appropriate website across the university.
Latest updates
Regular review of university policies ensures they remain relevant and effective.
Policy management
To request a new university policy or a substantial revision to a current one, policy owners must follow procedures to initiate a review by the Policy Evaluation Committee.