Become a Student at WAU
Three schools, one mission: Student Success. Delve into the world of WAU with our schools of Arts & Social Sciences, Graduate and Professional Studies, and Health Professions, Science & Wellness.
DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE TODAY:
- as an Attorney or Public Policy Professional
- as a Pastor or Ministry Leader
- as a Software Developer or IT Specialist
- as a Business Manager or Entrepreneur
School of Arts & Social Sciences
DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE TODAY:
- as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
- as a Music Therapist.
- as a Healthcare or Nonprofit Administrator
- as a BSN-Prepared Registered Nurse
- as an Early Childhood Educator or Center Director
School of Graduate & Professional Studies
DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE TODAY:
- as a Registered Nurse.
- as a Radiologic Technologist or Medical Imaging Specialist
- as a Physician or Pre-Health Professional
- as a Laboratory Scientist or Biochemist
- as an Exercise Physiologist or Fitness & Wellness Specialist
School of Health Professions, Science & Wellness
Student Experience
“At this university, I am not just earning a degree, but I am able to grow spiritually and in other aspects”
Nicola Isembert/ WAU Psychology Major with a minor in Forensic Psychology
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WAU By the Numbers
WAU is proud of our unique and extraordinary programs, people and accomplishments! We are constantly raising the bar for higher education, making sure everyone has a chance to learn and experience excellence.
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WAU has the one and only Honors College in the Adventist Higher Education System.
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Our religion department is the only urban evangelism-focused program in the Adventist Higher Education System.
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WAU boasts the ONLY Music Therapy Program in Maryland & the entire Adventist Tertiary System in North America!
7th
Counseling Degree ranking based on price, accreditation, reputation, and salary potential.
100%
First Time Board Passage Licensing Rate for May 2024 & May 2025 Nursing Graduates.
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Top 2% in addressing the graduation rate gap between wealthy students and those in poverty.
WAU Upcoming Events
2025 Commencement Weekend Essentials!
Consecration – May 2 at 7:30 PM
Baccalaureate – May 3 at 11:00 AM
Commencement – May 4 at 10:00 AM
Need Financial Aid?
We Got You Covered!
We understand that the cost of education may be hindering efforts to attain the future you deserve. Complete your 2025-2026 FAFSA today and use WAU’s school code #002067 and let us help you achieve your goals.
Benefit from WAU scholarships available for Adventist Graduate Hispanic Students.
Diversity and inclusion are cornerstones of our faith, therefore we have developed a financial aid program to help our underserved Hispanic community have full access to a WAU education.
Latest News
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October 22, 2026
WAU 2026 MusicFest Celebrates Young Musicians, Awards $768,000 in Scholarships
TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomed talented young musicians from across the Columbia Union Conference and beyond for MusicFest 2026, held this past weekend. The annual event celebrated musical excellence, strengthened connections between Adventist academies and the university, and culminated in the awarding of 29 scholarships with
October 22, 2026
Washington Adventist University Completes 26 Community Projects During Fall Service Day
TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) reaffirmed its commitment to faith, service and community engagement recently, by successfully completing 26 service projects during its Fall 2026 Service Day. The universitywide initiative brought together students, faculty and staff to serve communities throughout the Washington metropolitan area, demonstrating WAU’s longstanding
October 14, 2026
WAU Business Forum Empowers Students to Unlock Scholarship Opportunities
TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University students gained valuable insights into securing college scholarships and navigating the financial challenges of higher education during the university’s monthly Business Forum on Sept. 23. Hosted by WAU’s Department of Business and Communications, the forum featured Kiara Scott, founder and CEO of Free
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