Takoma Park, Maryland, United States
Washington Adventist University is a private university, offering a dynamic blend of professional and liberal arts undergraduate and graduate programs. Learn more about our rich history and esteemed background here.
- 41 Bachelors
- Private Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Education & Training (8)
Humanities (8)
- B.A. English
- B.A. English Education
- B.A. History
- B.A. History Education
Business & Management (7)
Medicine & Health (5)
- B.Sc. Health Sciences
- Bachelor Health and Fitness Management
- B.Sc. Medical Imaging
- B.Sc. Nursing
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (5)
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.A. Mathematics
Social Sciences (4)
- B.A. Political Studies
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Public Communication
Arts, Design & Architecture (3)
- B.A. Music
- B.M. Music Education
- B.M. Music Performance
Computer Science & IT (2)
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Information Systems
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- B.Sc. Social Work
Journalism & Media (1)
- B.A. Public Relations
About
History
Washington Adventist University is a private university with a liberal arts tradition, offering a dynamic blend of professional and liberal arts undergraduate and graduate programs. Founded in scenic Takoma Park in 1904, it is owned by the Seventh-day Adventist Church and offers a Christian education to students of differing faiths from around the world.
Education
The university operates under the auspices of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Board of Trustees guides the overall mission and direction of the university, overseeing management and setting major policies. The administration is responsible for leading the university community and managing day-to-day operations. Faculty, students, and staff participate in governance through committees charged with protecting the integrity and enhancing the value of a Washington Adventist University education.
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Student services
You will experience small, lively classes taught by faculty who are committed to your success. Special options include the honors program, pre-professional programs, bridge program, capital summer session, study abroad, internships for credit and a special first year experience program to assist incoming freshmen in their transition to college life.
Housing services
In its four levels, Morrison Hall has a student lounge, kitchen, chapel, laundry room, and storage room. Find out more about life at Morrison Hall here!
Medical services
The university is concerned for the health and well-being of each student. A physician and/or nurse practitioner are available nearby for consultation by appointment. Fees for their services may be placed on the student’s account. The emergency facilities of Washington Adventist Hospital, adjacent to the campus, are available to students.
Student Life
Campus life
WAU occupies 19 acres in Takoma Park, Maryland, near the nation’s capital. Its world-class metropolitan setting affords unrivaled opportunity for learning, work, recreation, service and worship.
Student clubs
- ACM (Computer Club),
- Active Minds,
- Acro-Airs Gymnastics,
- African Student Union,
- Alpha Chi, Junior/Senior Honor Society,
- Alpha Kappa Mu, Computer Science Honor Society,
- Brass Ensemble, Department of Music,
- Campus Ministries,
- Caribbean Student Union,
Accreditation
WAU is accredited by:
- The Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- The Commission on Higher Education
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