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Washington Adventist University

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world rank  6347

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Overview

Founded in 1904, the Washington Adventist University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Takoma Park (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Maryland. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Adventist religion. Washington Adventist University (WAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 121-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. WAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Washington Adventist University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Washington Adventist University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Washington Adventist University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Washington Adventist University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym WAU
Founded 1904
Motto Gateway to Service
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot
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University Location

Address 7600 Flower Avenue
Takoma Park
20912 Maryland
United States
Washington Adventist University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Washington Adventist University Phone Number (301) 891 4000
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Washington Adventist University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Washington Adventist University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Washington Adventist University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Washington Adventist University.



Washington Adventist University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Washington Adventist University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Washington Adventist University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Washington Adventist University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Washington Adventist University's Admission Office Admission Office

7600 Flower Avenue
Takoma Park 20912
(301) 891 4080
800 835 4212

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Washington Adventist University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Washington Adventist University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Washington Adventist University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Washington Adventist University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Washington Adventist University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Washington Adventist University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Washington Adventist University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Washington Adventist University is Christian-Adventist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Adventist. Seventh Day Adventist - www.adventist.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Washington Adventist University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Washington Adventist University's Library
Washington Adventist University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 52,660 physical volumes, 4,086 physical media, 143,507 digital/electronic media and 49 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Washington Adventist University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Washington Adventist University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Washington Adventist University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 400 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Washington Adventist University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Washington Adventist University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Washington Adventist University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Washington Adventist University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Washington Adventist University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Washington Adventist University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Washington Adventist University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Washington Adventist University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Washington Adventist University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1942


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Washington Adventist University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Washington Adventist University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
  • National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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