Washington College
Washington College offers a classic liberal arts experience on Maryland's Eastern Shore. The campus occupies 112 acres in the historic waterfront town of Chestertown. Students enjoy a close-knit community with a focus on writing and civic engagement. The college's unique location provides opportunities for study of the Chesapeake Bay and its surrounding environment.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Washington College's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 21% of students receive Pell Grants; 50% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $24,973, roughly 54% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $13,498 | $53,992 |
| $30K – $48K | $18,675 | $74,700 |
| $48K – $75K | $25,670 | $102,680 |
| $75K – $110K | $31,138 | $124,552 |
| $110K+ | $35,886 | $143,544 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $54,356 | $217,424 |
Programs at Washington College
6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Compare across schools → |
61
|
$48,699/yr | High | 2.8x |
| Economics Compare across schools → |
60
|
$50,835/yr | Very High | 2.8x |
| Political Science Compare across schools → |
39
|
$36,741/yr | Very High | 2.1x |
| Biology Compare across schools → |
34
|
$34,553/yr | High | 2.2x |
| Psychology Compare across schools → |
33
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$34,490/yr | High | 1.9x |
| Natural Resources & Conservation Research Compare across schools → |
13
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$22,324/yr | High | 1.4x |