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Washington College

Chestertown, Maryland

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Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland

Do You. Do It All. Do It Here.

Founded in 1782, Washington College was the first college chartered in the sovereign United States of America. With internships, exploratory facilities, and interdisciplinary programs available to all, students are guaranteed a uniquely hands-on college experience.

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Enrolled female students
58%
 
Enrolled male students
42%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time faculty
66%
 
Adjuncts
34%
 
Faculty Ratio
$52,146
Full-time tuition cost
Feb. 15
Application deadline
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Acceptance rate
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Out-of-state students
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Full-time faculty w/ terminal degree

College Highlights

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Great Teaching
Vibrant Communities
Successful Outcomes
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Experience Washington College for yourself! On-site and at-home options are available for you to discover Chestertown’s picturesque campus.

VIRTUAL TOUR
Get a feel for Washington College’s campus from the comfort of home. Click below to take a virtual tour!

Washington College virtual tour portal

SCHEDULE AN IN-PERSON VISIT
Travel to Washington College to speak one-on-one with a counselor as well as a knowledgeable student who will show you all around campus. Click here to schedule your visit experience.

VISIT EVENTS
The Admissions Office also hosts several events specifically for prospective students to visit campus each year. Click here to learn more.

TRAVEL ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance is available for students wanting to visit Washington College. Learn more.

Engaged Students

CLASS SIZE
The number of sections of each class size.
2-9: 205 | 10-19: 176 | 20-29: 27
30-39: 4 | 40-49: 5 | 50-99: 0 | 100+: 0

ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 3%
Hispanic/Latinx: 9%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 12%
White, non-Hispanic: 64%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 1%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 3%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: %
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 8%

Great Teaching

SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Cross-registration
Double major
Dual enrollment
Exchange student program (domestic)
Honors Program
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Student-designed major
Undergraduate research
Study abroad

Vibrant Communities

RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 98%
Undergraduates: 85%

Campus housing options.
Coed dorms
Fraternity/sorority housing
Theme housing

Successful Outcomes

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Admission

APPLICATION DEADLINES
Fall Early Decision: Nov. 15
Fall Early Action: Dec. 1
Fall Regular Decision: Feb. 15
Spring Decision: Nov. 15

ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Rigor of secondary school record | Academic GPA | Level of applicant’s interest 

Important
Class rank | Application Essay | Recommendation(s)

Considered
Standardized test scores | Extracurricular activities | Talent/ability | Character/personal qualities
First generation | Alumni/ae relation | Geographical residence | State residency
Racial/ethnic status | Volunteer work | Work experience

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Composite
25th Percentile: 1200 | 75th Percentile: 1370
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 620 | 75th Percentile: 710
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 570 | 75th Percentile: 680
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 29

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $52,146
Fees: $1,630
Room: $8,448
Board: $7,366

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Contact Admissions

washcoll.edu/admissions
(410) 778-7700
wc_admissions@washcoll.edu

Campus Location

300 Washington Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620

Visit Washington College Online

washcoll.edu

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