Washington Adventist University

Washington Adventist University is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Takoma Park, Maryland, in a large suburban area. The university enrolls 807 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 47.33 out of 100. Its completion rate is 40% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 82% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers a concentrated set of health-focused programs. Associate-level programs include Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. At the bachelor's level, programs include Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. A certificate program in Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist is also available.

Situated in Takoma Park just outside Washington, D.C., Washington Adventist University benefits from proximity to major healthcare systems in the metropolitan area. Its health sciences focus and high retention rate of 82% (IPEDS 2023) reflect a structured academic environment for students pursuing careers in nursing, radiologic technology, and healthcare administration.