Washington Adventist Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Washington Adventist University is a private research university in Takoma Park, Maryland, enrolling about 452 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 46.18% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $64,249 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $26,604
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,526 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 46.18% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 452 90.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 28.65%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 35.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 13.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 26.1%
- Average SAT Score: 980
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 672
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,691
- Room & Board: $11,421 annual estimate
Washington Adventist University: what the data shows
Common questions about Washington Adventist University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Washington Adventist University?
Washington Adventist University is located in Takoma Park, MD (ZIP 20912).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Washington Adventist University public or private?
Washington Adventist University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Washington Adventist University cost?
Published tuition: $26,604.
Average net price after aid: $18,526.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,534 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,160 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,311 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,090 |
| $110,001+ | $21,480 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $106,416.
How hard is it to get into Washington Adventist University?
Admission rate: 46.18%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 980.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Washington Adventist University?
Total enrollment: 452 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 672 students.
Graduate enrollment: 99 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Washington Adventist University?
150%-time completion rate: 28.65%.
First-year retention: 64.1%.
What do graduates of Washington Adventist University earn?
Median earnings: $40,114 six years after entry; $64,249 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $30,500.
37.19% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Washington Adventist University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (33 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (25 completions)
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist (18 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (15 completions)
- General Studies (14 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (10 completions)
- Psychology, General (10 completions)
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching (6 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (5 completions)
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management (5 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Washington Adventist University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 46.18%; completion rate 28.65%; median earnings $64,249 at 10 years; net price $18,526. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$26,604
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Washington Adventist University was $26,604.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,526
2024 Value
In 2024 Washington Adventist University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,526.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$74,104 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,526 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$106,416 4-Year Tuition
$11,421 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$39,225 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$156,900 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Washington Adventist University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
37.19% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
44.79% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Washington Adventist University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Washington Adventist University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $21,020 | $21,020 | $16,853 |
| 2014 | $21,395 | $21,395 | $17,040 |
| 2015 | $22,790 | $22,790 | $16,307 |
| 2016 | $23,400 | $23,400 | $18,736 |
| 2017 | $23,400 | $23,400 | $18,864 |
| 2018 | $23,900 | $23,900 | $16,729 |
| 2019 | $24,800 | $24,800 | $18,796 |
| 2020 | $25,200 | $25,200 | $17,504 |
| 2021 | $25,200 | $25,200 | $13,625 |
| 2022 | $25,200 | $25,200 | $17,410 |
| 2023 | $25,200 | $25,200 | $15,026 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
46.18% Acceptance Rate
1,691 Total Applicants
767 Students Admitted
106 First-Time Students Enrolled
13.82% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 980
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Washington Adventist University reported total enrollment of about 452 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (36.7%), Hispanic or Latino (23.9%), and Non-Resident Alien (15.3%). About 37.19% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Washington Adventist University in 2024 is 452 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 672 students. Graduate enrollment is about 99 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 36.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
15.38% 100% Completion Time
28.65% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 15.38% of students graduating from Washington Adventist University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 12% male / 88% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 76% male / 24% female
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist: 22% male / 78% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Washington Adventist University.
Return on Investment
$30,500 Median Student Debt
$64,249 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.47% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
767.01% Return on Investment
4.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Washington Adventist University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 25 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 33 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 25 completions
3. Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist: 18 completions
4. Counseling Psychology: 15 completions
5. General Studies: 14 completions
6. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 10 completions
7. Psychology, General: 10 completions
8. Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: 6 completions
9. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 5 completions
Most popular programs at Washington Adventist University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Washington Adventist University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Washington Adventist University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 26.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,208
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $18,786
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Washington Adventist University is a private non-profit institution located in Takoma Park, MD, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist. Enrollment is approximately 452 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (36.7%), Hispanic or Latino (23.9%), Non-Resident Alien (15.3%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 46.18%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 980. The 150%-time completion rate is 28.65%. Approximately 37.19% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 28.65% graduation rate at Washington Adventist University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Washington Adventist University located?
Washington Adventist University is located in Takoma Park, MD.
What is Washington Adventist University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Washington Adventist University is 46.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,691 applicants and 767 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Washington Adventist University cost?
Reported tuition is $26,604 and average net price is $18,526 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,421 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Washington Adventist University?
Washington Adventist University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 672 students, Black or African American (36.7%), Hispanic or Latino (23.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Washington Adventist University?
About 35.2% of students at Washington Adventist University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Washington Adventist University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Washington Adventist University reports midpoint SAT about 980.
What do graduates of Washington Adventist University earn?
Median earnings are $40,114 six years after entry and $64,249 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Washington Adventist University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 28.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Washington Adventist University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $30,500.
Is Washington Adventist University public or private?
Washington Adventist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Takoma Park, MD.
Is Washington Adventist University an HBCU?
No. Washington Adventist University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Washington Adventist University a tribal college?
No. Washington Adventist University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Maryland college costs
- Maryland colleges by ROI
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Maryland
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.