Washington Adventist University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Takoma Park, Maryland with 452 undergraduates. It admits 46% of applicants, costs an average of $23,303 a year after grants and graduates 42% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Washington Adventist University acceptance rate and admissions
Washington Adventist University admitted 46% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 450 to 580, math 410 to 550). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Washington Adventist University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Washington Adventist University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Washington Adventist University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $26,604 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,500 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $40,225 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,303 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,303 a year after grants and scholarships, $16,922 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Washington Adventist University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Washington Adventist University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 42% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $61,426 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $28,685 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 47% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Washington Adventist University majors and what graduates earn
Washington Adventist University awarded bachelor's degrees in 22 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($94,173).
All 22 majors at Washington Adventist University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 32 | $73,895 | $94,173 | $30,250 |
| Business administration | 19 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Information science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Washington Adventist University
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Washington Adventist University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 452 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 45% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Washington Adventist University?
Washington Adventist University admitted 46% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Washington Adventist University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $26,604. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,303 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Washington Adventist University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 450 to 580 in reading and writing and 410 to 550 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Washington Adventist University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Washington Adventist University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Washington Adventist University?
42% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Washington Adventist University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $61,426 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.