Washington College Admission Requirements
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Washington College Admission Overview
Washington College admission requirements are competitive. Last year Washington College admitted 56.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.71 GPA (A-) and SAT 1140-1390 / ACT 27-31. Washington College is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Washington College is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Washington College Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for Washington College
Acceptance Rate
The Washington College acceptance rate is 56.9%. Last year, 2,303 of 4,048 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Maryland.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Washington College and can you get accepted?
Washington College is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Washington College typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.71. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Washington College GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.71Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.71
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Washington College typically have around a 3.71 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Washington College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
34% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #7 in Maryland for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Washington College SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1140-1390Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
12%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 580
- Math 560
- Composite 1140
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 710
- Math 680
- Composite 1390
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Washington College typically score around a 1270 SAT (middle 50% 1140–1390) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 85th percentile nationally. Washington College ranks #7 in the state of Maryland for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1140 to 1390
SAT policy
Washington College is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1270 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Washington College ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
27-31Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
2%25th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite 27
75th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite 31
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Washington College typically have around a 29 ACT (mid-50 27–31) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 91st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Washington College places #6 among colleges in Maryland and #174 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 27 to 31
ACT policy
You may apply to Washington College without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 29.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
74% of Washington College freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Washington College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Feb 15, 2027Days left to Apply
168Applicants have 168 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Washington College is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Washington College is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 56.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.71 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1140-1390); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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GPA calculator: Washington College GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026