Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002067
- Phone: (410) 822-5400
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
58.77%FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$12,751Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Washington Adventist University
1000 College Circle, Wye Mills, MD
Washington Adventist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Takoma Park, MD, it resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Seventh Day Adventists affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Nearly 1,300 students enroll at Columbia Union College per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Columbia Union College offers:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Education
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is nearly $22,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending Washington Adventist University. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $4,300 each year. Columbia Union College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at Washington Adventist University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Gymnastics (NCAA Division II)
- Soccer (NCAA Division II)
Students may take a look at the school's http://www.wau.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Washington Adventist University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Washington Adventist University has a total student population of about 1,100. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 16% enrolling as graduate students and 85% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $23,000-$28,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Per unit charges are around $1,100 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 94% | $15,534 |
Receiving Student Loans | 68% | $9,718 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Washington Adventist University may offer services like:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Radiology Technician Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1966)
- Registered Nurse (RN) Program
- * Accredited by the Maryland Board of Nursing (since 1904)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Washington Adventist University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (369)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Washington Adventist University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Engineering
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B)
- Liberal Arts
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Personal and Culinary Services
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Counseling Psychology (M)
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Washington Adventist University.
- Trinity Washington University in Washington, DC (4 miles away)
- Marymount University in Fredericksburg, VA (9 miles away)
- St John's College - Annapolis in St. Mary's City, MD (24 miles away)
- Loyola College in Maryland in Columbia, MD (32 miles away)
- Notre Dame of Maryland University in New Carrollton, MD (32 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002067
- Phone: (410) 822-5400
- School Homepage