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Washington College is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Chestertown, Maryland. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Washington College earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at Washington College include science, mathematics, drama and performing arts, therapy and counseling, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 530 to 630 for students at Washington College. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 520 and 620. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Some professors at Washington College are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
Washington College, in 2005, had 1,412 students (1,352 full-time equivalent).
Most students at the school attend full-time. Washington College is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Washington College makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Centennial Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Washington College
300 Washington Ave
Chestertown, MD 21620-1438
http://www.washcoll.edu
Washington College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 158 | English, history, international relations, economics, anthropology, sociology, political science, liberal arts and sciences, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 41 | psychology |
| Business And Management | 39 | business management |
| Science | 31 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 10 | drama |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 9 | environmental studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 7 | philosophy |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 4 | computer science |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Washington College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 280 | 24 |
| Master's degree | 32 | 3 |
In 2005, Washington College had a total enrollment of 1,412 students (1,352 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 94% |
| Graduate | 6% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 56% |
| Pennsylvania | 13% |
| New Jersey | 11% |
| Virginia | 4% |
| Delaware | 4% |
| Connecticut | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| District of Columbia | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
Washington College offers campus housing for 1,024 of its 1,352 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Chestertown, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,223 | 1,313 | 59% | 343 | 26% |
| Men | 910 | 531 | 58% | 142 | 27% |
| Women | 1,313 | 780 | 59% | 201 | 26% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 530 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 620 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 10% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 28,790 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 28,790 |
| Room and board | $ 6,200 |
| Room charge | $ 3,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 560 |
Financial Aid:
Washington College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 210800)
Washington College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 22 | $77,253 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 15 | $64,232 | 8 | $62,049 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $50,348 | 20 | $48,744 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 50 | $66,445 | 29 | $52,700 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Centennial Conference |
| Baseball | Centennial Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Washington College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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Mathematics
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