Washington Adventist University
About
Located in the historic, wooded suburb of Takoma Park, Maryland, Washington Adventist University is a private Seventh-day Adventist institution renowned for its strong pre-professional programs, particularly in nursing, business, and music. The university offers a tight-knit, diverse, and faith-centered campus culture where students enjoy a supportive community focused on spiritual growth, service-learning, and active student organizations. Distinctively, WAU leverages its "Gateway to Service" mission and its location just miles from Washington, D.C., providing undergraduates with exceptional, direct access to prestigious internships, federal agencies, and major healthcare networks.
Wikipedia:Washington Adventist University is a private Seventh-day Adventist university in Takoma Park, Maryland.
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Essay Requirements
Washington Adventist University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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