Takoma Park, MD
7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912
https://www.wau.edu
Washington Adventist University is a private, Christian university located in Takoma Park, MD. It is not quite selective, as the acceptance rate is 52%. It is a very small institution with full-time enrollment of 622 students. Washington Adventist's most highly demanded major is a Bachelor's in Nursing, which is elected by 21% of students. Additional popular options include Business, which accounts for 11% of students, and Psychology (11%). It has one of the state's best health care management program, ranking 9th in Maryland. Additionally, Washington Adventist places 1st in MD on our most diverse colleges, most conservative colleges, and safest colleges lists. For those of you with residences in Maryland, sticker price tuition runs $25,095 a year. Non-Maryland residents need to pay $22,705. Before you rule out applying due to the cost, keep in mind that around 95% of Washington Adventist students receive scholarship or grant funding. 36% of Washington Adventist University students put on the cap and gown on commencement day, geared up to begin the subsequent phase of their lives: their careers. On average, alumni earn a yearly income of $36,500 a couple years after graduation. After four additional years working, their average annual salary increases 16.7% to $42,600, which is 6.2% higher than the national median wage for individuals. Those of you applying might also want to be conscious of the fact that it is required that you include your GPA on your application. Also, it has a teacher certification program, and 100% of available classes are small, with 20 to 39 students. Respecting your pocketbook, be aware that 59% of undergraduates acquire financial aid through Pell grants. Its value rating on School Authority is 8 and when rating its location, Washington Adventist received a 9.01 out of 10. Relating to the student experience, Washington Adventist offers 5 women's varsity teams, including Softball, Basketball, and Track and Field: X-Country. To wind things up, on average, its students graduate with $9,232 per year of debts and 12% of graduates fail to repay their student loans.
8.50
Party Scene
9.01
Location
7.28
Dorms
8.00
Campus Food
7.52
Student Life
8.97
Safety
SAT Score
860-1070
ACT Score
14-20
Average Aid Awarded
Students Recieving Financial Aid
37%
Yes
10:1
Nursing
Business
Psychology
Liberal Arts and Humanities
Early Childhood Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Biology
Healthcare Management