C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
55/100 · earnings-weighted

Washington Adventist University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Takoma Park, Maryland 20912
Washington Adventist University campus, Takoma Park, MD
Washington Adventist University campus, Takoma Park, MD. Photo: Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
B+
81/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

695
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
45%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Washington Adventist University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$64,249
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,114
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$30,500
Median debt at graduation
28.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
980
Average SAT
37.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 47% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 54th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MD wage index 1.30). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Washington Adventist University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$85,352$94,173+6%#221 of 966#733$31,250

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Washington Adventist University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $691,943
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,587/mo — vs ~$497/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 20017 (3.5% cap, Washington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $23,400 $23,400
Room $4,470
Board $5,970
Total Cost (On-Campus) $37,840 $37,840

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
67%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 25 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 18 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 15 grads/yr General Studies 14 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 10 grads/yr Psychology, General 10 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 6 grads/yr Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management 5 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 5 grads/yr Music Performance, General 4 grads/yr Computer Science 4 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 4 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 4 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 4 grads/yr Accounting 3 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 2 grads/yr Music, General 2 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 2 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Washington Adventist University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

695
Total Students
61%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 4%
Hispanic 21%
Black 38%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 75%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Washington Adventist University?
Washington Adventist University has an acceptance rate of 45%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Washington Adventist University?
Tuition at Washington Adventist University is $23,400 for in-state students and $23,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Washington Adventist University?
The graduation rate at Washington Adventist University is 40%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Washington Adventist University a good school?
Washington Adventist University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Washington Adventist University?
Washington Adventist University has a total enrollment of 695 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology