Profile of Washington College

Washington College is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Chestertown, MD. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Washington College earn degrees up to the Master's degree.

Course Topics

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, art studies, drama and performing arts, therapy and counseling, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.

Washington College Selectivity

The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 520 to 630 for students at Washington College. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 520 and 610. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.

Faculty

One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Washington College does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.

Student Enrollment

Washington College, in 2007, had 1,289 students (1,218 full-time equivalent).

Student Life

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.