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Overview

Washington College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Chestertown, Maryland, United States. Founded in 1782, Washington College is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 244-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. Washington College also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Washington College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Washington College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Washington College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Washington College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

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Founded 1782 Origins date back to 1723
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Colours Maroon and white
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Location

Address 300 Washington Avenue
Chestertown
21620-1438 Maryland
United States
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Washington College Phone Number (410) 778 2800
Washington College Fax Number (410) 778 7287
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Washington College is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Washington College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Washington College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Washington College 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 College's academic range and degree level offering.



Washington College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
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A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
M&H
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Washington College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Washington College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Washington College 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 College.



Washington College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Washington College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Washington College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Washington College Admission Info


Washington College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Washington College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Washington College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Washington College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Washington College's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • 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

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Washington College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Washington College's Admission Office Admission Office

300 Washington Avenue
Chestertown 21620-1197
(410) 778 7700
800 442 1782

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Washington College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Washington College Size and Profile


Washington College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Washington College has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Washington College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Washington College's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Washington College's Control Type Control Type

Washington College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Washington College's Entity Type Entity Type

Washington College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Washington College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Washington College's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Washington College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Washington College 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 College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Washington College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Washington College Facilities


Washington College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Washington College's Library
Washington College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 140,242 physical volumes, 2,735 physical media, 11 digital/electronic media and 117 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 12 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Washington College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Washington College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Washington College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,206 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Washington College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Washington College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Washington College Services


Washington College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Washington College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Washington College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.


Washington College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Washington College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Washington College Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Washington College Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington College public or private?

Washington College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Washington College profit or non-profit?

Washington College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Washington College in terms of enrollment?

Washington College has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Washington College in terms of academic staff?

Washington College's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Washington College a coeducational institution?

Washington College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Washington College use?

Washington College 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.

What religion is Washington College affiliated with?

None.

Does Washington College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Washington College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Washington College's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Washington College ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro). International students: 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Washington College located?

Washington College is located in Chestertown, Maryland, United States. Address: 300 Washington Avenue.

Is Washington College accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Washington College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since ).

Does Washington College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Washington College offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Washington College have a university library?

Yes Washington College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 140,242 physical volumes, 2,735 physical media, 11 digital/electronic media and 117 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 12 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Washington College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Washington College provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Washington College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,206 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Washington College have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Washington College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Washington College offer career services?

Yes

Does Washington College offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does Washington College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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