Washington Adventist University
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; median debt is moderately high. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Washington Adventist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Takoma Park, Maryland with approximately 452 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 46% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $18,526 per year. The graduation rate is 29%, and the typical graduate earns $46,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
Washington Adventist University is a private Seventh-day Adventist university in Takoma Park, Maryland.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: while the $15,026 average net price makes this one of the more affordable private college options, a 40% graduation rate is a real red flag that deserves a hard look before committing. If you're a student aligned with the Seventh-day Adventist faith community, the small campus (522 undergrads) and DC-area location offer genuine advantages, but median earnings of $46,300 a decade out suggest you should have a clear career plan — ideally in healthcare or ministry, where this school has stronger footing — rather than treating the degree as a general-purpose credential.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 5% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (452 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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