At a glance
Average net price
$27,898
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
65.4%
Admission rate
57%
Undergrad size
891
In-state tuition
$55,326
Out-of-state tuition
$55,326
Cost of attendance
$73,314
Median earnings (10y)
$65,518
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,280
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 83.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (32%), humanities & arts (27%), social sciences (26%).
- STEM32%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts27%
- Social sciences26%
- Social sciences20.4%~182 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business15.2%~135 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Natural resources12.4%~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.2%~100 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English7.2%~64 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History6.4%~57 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology6.0%~53 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~43 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.2%~29 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.0%~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics2.0%~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.0%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
24 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 87 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 61 | $27,146 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 57 | $28,655 | $27,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 50 | $27,096 | $26,529 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 34 | $44,214 | $24,721 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | $29,889 | $26,955 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 27 | $46,574 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 14 | $25,614 | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 11 | $30,318 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | — | $41,725 | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Washington College
Washington College is a small institution located in Chestertown, Maryland, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 891 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Business, Natural resources.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Washington College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $27,898 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $55,326 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $73,314 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 65.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 83.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $65,518 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Washington College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Business, Natural resources. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (27% of credentials), social sciences (26% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Washington College accepts 57% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,280.
Location & campus
Set in Chestertown, Maryland (town), Washington College draws students from across Maryland and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Washington College
Q.How much does Washington College cost?
The average net price at Washington College is $27,898 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $73,314.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Washington College?
Washington College has a 6-year graduation rate of 65.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Washington College?
Washington College admits 57% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Washington College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Washington College graduate earns $65,518 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Washington College?
Published tuition is $55,326 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Washington College located?
Washington College is located in Chestertown, Maryland (ZIP 21620).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Washington College at their official website.