Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Washington Adventist University is a private institution in Takoma Park with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 920, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 522 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,249 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,026.
Established
1904
Motto
Gateway to Service
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division II
45%Acceptance
920SAT Avg
522Students
7:1Student:Faculty
40%Grad Rate
$64,249Earnings 10yr
$15,026Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate45.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 920
Reading & Writing
400590
Math
400510
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$25,200
Room & Board$10,440
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$34,570
Average Net Price$15,026
Median Debt at Graduation$30,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$323
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$15,209
$30–48K$12,307
$48–75K$15,195
$75–110K$13,232
$110K+$19,295
Programs (69)
Student Body
Undergrads
522
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
46%
Race & Ethnicity
White 4%
Black 43%
Hispanic 24%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 14%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate40.0%
Freshman Retention82.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$40,114
8 Years$50,919
10 Years$64,249
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$47,500
Men
$43,800
More About This School
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia