by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at WAU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #11 out of 12 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, WAU among the top schools in the country for nursing, coming in at #1,405 out of 1,956 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Nursing Schools | 1,405 of 1,956 |
| Best Nursing Schools in Maryland | 25 of 28 |
| Best Nursing Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 222 of 262 |
The following degree levels are available for nursing at WAU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 32 |
| Master’s | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, Washington Adventist University conferred 32 bachelor’s degrees in nursing.
WAU holds a strong position among schools offering nursing at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #11 out of 12 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Maryland | 11 |
| Best Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 143 |
| Best Nursing Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 800 |
While getting their bachelor’s degree at WAU, nursing graduates take on a median debt of $47,033 in student loans. This is above $47,033, the typical median for all majors at WAU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $23,400 | $24,804 |
| Fees | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 12% of nursing bachelor’s degrees went to men and 88% went to women.
The largest share of nursing bachelor’s degree graduates at WAU were Black or African American. Approximately 72% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington Adventist University with a bachelor’s in nursing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 23 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 4 |
WAU awarded 32 bachelor’s degrees in registered nursing/registered nurse in the most recent reporting year — 88% to women and 12% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Black or African American (72%).
Graduate study is also available at WAU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Nursing | 1 |