Washington College
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About
Washington College was established in 1782, and it is a private liberal arts institution located in Chestertown, Maryland. Also it is one of the oldest colleges in the U.S., and it was founded with the support of George Washington, who also served on its Board of Visitors and Governors. The college offers a variety of undergraduate programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities, and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). It has a diverse student body, including international students who benefit from services like visa support, orientation, academic advising, and cultural programs. Facilities such as the Global Education Office and student-led clubs help create an inclusive environment for all.
Features
Why Washigton College
- Small class sizes for personalized attention and engagement.
- Emphasis on liberal arts education and interdisciplinary learning.
- Signature programs like the Chesapeake Semester and Cater Society of Junior Fellows.
- Focus on experiential learning through internships, research projects, and study abroad.
- Strong faculty-student relationships and mentorship opportunities.
- Picturesque historic campus in Chestertown, Maryland.
- Active and close-knit community with diverse extracurricular activities.
- Emphasis on leadership development and civic engagement.
- Competitive NCAA Division III athletics program.
- Robust alumni network for support and networking opportunities.
Scholarship Details
Honors Fellowships Scholarship:
Honors Fellowships are awarded to first-year students admitted to Washington College. Students may apply on their own for these scholarships, but may also be nominated by their admissions counselor. Priority consideration for these scholarships is given to students who apply to WC by December 1st.
Presidential Scholarships:
This scholarship is available only to admitted students who are invited to join Presidential Fellows. The students have the chance to apply for additional scholarships as a Presidential Fellows candidate, from the highly competitive George Washington Signature Scholarship, which offers full tuition for four years to one student, to the competitive Francis Waters Scholarship, which offers up to $5,000 in tuition scholarships to multiple students.
Presidential Scholarships:
The Institute of Religion, Politics and Culture at Washington College offers this renewable $2,500 scholarship to one admitted student each year who has a strong interest in the study of religion's impact on American and global history as well as its current significance for cultural and political life. The scholarship also comes with a $5,000 stipend for experiential learning opportunities.
Sophie Kerr Gifts in English Literature:
The Sophie Kerr Scholarship is a $1,500 scholarship, renewable annually, offering $6,000 in scholarship funds to students interested in English, Creative Writing, or Journalism, Editing & Publishing. Sophie Kerr scholars also get the chance to take full advantage of everything Washington College has to offer aspiring writers: one-on-one mentorship with award-winning writers, a thriving community of student writers from every discipline, and guidance from professors who are themselves publishing journalists, novelists, poets, and scholars.
The Environment & Society Fellowship:
Admitted students who are interested in exploring environmental science or studies as a major, minor, or area of focus are encouraged to apply for the Environment and Society Fellowship. Admitted students who are interested in exploring environmental science or studies as a major, minor, or area of focus are encouraged to apply for the Environment and Society Fellowship.
University Accreditation/ Recognition
Washington College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
This university is accredited by the following bodies:
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Location
300 Washington Ave, Chestertown, MD 21620, USA
Financials
| Descriptions | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | USS 54,444 |
| Cost of Living/Year | USS 15,845 |
| *Application Fee |
USS 0 - USS 50
*Charged once per application |
| Estimated Total/Year | USS 70,290 |
