MD Private Nonprofit 4-year Clery Act 2026 data

Washington Adventist University — Campus Safety & Crime Statistics

TAKOMA PARK, MD · 695 enrolled students. Clery Act data 2021–2023 · 1 total on-campus incidents. Safety score 0.00 per 1,000 students · national rank #243.

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Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 695 enrolled

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Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 695 enrolled

Washington Adventist University is a Private Nonprofit institution located in TAKOMA PARK, MD, enrolling approximately 695 students. Clery Act data spanning 2021–2023 records 1 total on-campus incidents across all reported crime categories. With a safety score of 0.00 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students, the institution ranks #243 nationally and #4 within MD.

Washington Adventist University reports Clery Act campus safety data across 3 years , accumulating 1 total on-campus incidents across 11 distinct crime categories. Its safety score of 0.00 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students places it at national rank #243 and #4 within MD out of 5,600+ institutions surveyed by the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey. With 695 enrolled students, this campus sits in the small college bracket, which shapes how raw incident counts should be interpreted.

The most frequently reported category at Washington Adventist University is "rape" with 1 cumulative incidents across the reporting window. Year-over-year, on-campus incident volume is stable — moving from 0 in 2021 to 0 in 2023. Compared to 5 peer institutions of similar enrollment size in MD averaging 2.01 incidents per 1,000 students, Washington Adventist University reports 100% fewer incidents per student.

Fire safety data covers 2 reporting years for on-campus residential facilities, logging 0 total fires. Arrests and disciplinary actions span 9 category-year records, covering liquor law violations, drug law violations, and weapons possession on-campus. No Department of Education Clery Act enforcement actions are recorded against this institution. Safety scores should always be read alongside enrollment size, campus geography, and reporting culture — institutions with active reporting programs often show higher counts that reflect transparency rather than risk.

Safety Score

0.00 /1K students

incidents per 1,000 enrolled

National Rank

#243

Top 500 nationally

State Rank (MD)

#4

within state peers

Incidents (2023)

0

across 11 crime categories

Safety Percentile

Washington Adventist University percentile rank 95.7%
National median

Higher percentile = safer than more peers. Rank #243 out of approximately 5,673 institutions in the OPE Campus Safety Survey.

Reporting density vs peer median

Washington Adventist University reports 100% fewer incidents per student than the median of 5 peer institutions.

Academic & Financial Profile

Tuition & Costs

In-State Tuition
$26,604
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,604
Avg Net Price
$18,526
Median Debt
$30,500
Pell Grant Recipients
37%

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
46%
SAT Average
980
SAT Math Range
410–550

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate
33%
Retention Rate
64%
Median Earnings (6yr)
$40,114
Median Earnings (10yr)
$64,249
Loan Repayment (3yr)
77100%

Source: US Dept. of Education College Scorecard. See PlainCollege for full academic data.

Crime Statistics by Year

11 categories 3 reporting years on-campus only
Crime Type 2023 (On-Campus)2022 (On-Campus)2021 (On-Campus)
aggravated_assault 000
arson 000
burglary 000
fondling 000
incest 000
motor_vehicle_theft 000
murder 000
negligent_manslaughter 000
rape 010
robbery 000
statutory_rape 000

Source: US Dept US Dept of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey. Figures show on-campus incidents

Fire Safety

Year Total Fires Injuries Deaths Cat I Cat II
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0

Arrests & Disciplinary Actions

9 category-year records

Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 9 reported records

Disposition26%47%27%ArrestsDisciplinary referralsNo action
Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 9 reported records
Category Year Arrests Disciplinary Actions
drugs 2023 0 3
liquor 2023 0 0
weapons 2023 0 0
drugs 2022 0 3
liquor 2022 0 0
weapons 2022 0 0
drugs 2021 0 0
liquor 2021 0 0
weapons 2021 0 0

Washington Adventist University vs peer institutions

Side-by-side safety scores for 3 peers of similar enrollment

Safety scores below are incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower = fewer reported incidents). Enrollment shown in the “Burden @ $100K” row reflects total student count; the rightmost row shows the most recent reporting year.

Selected

MD

Washington Adventist University

0.00% top marginal rate
Structure
Progressive
Burden @ $100K
$695
Brackets
2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Adventist University safe?
Washington Adventist University has a safety score of 0.00 (total on-campus incidents per 1,000 enrolled students) and ranks #243 nationally out of 5,600+ institutions. This places it among the top 500 safest campuses in the country.
What crimes are reported at Washington Adventist University?
Washington Adventist University reports Clery Act statistics including aggravated_assault, arson, burglary, fondling, incest, and other categories. The most recent data covers calendar year 2023. All figures reflect on-campus incidents reported to campus security authorities.
How does the Clery Act affect Washington Adventist University?
The Clery Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act) requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to disclose crime statistics and security information annually. The data reported here comes directly from the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey.
What is a campus safety score?
The safety score is calculated as total reported on-campus Clery Act incidents divided by enrollment per 1,000 students. Lower scores indicate fewer incidents relative to enrollment size. Schools are ranked nationally, with rank #1 being the safest. A score of 0.00 may reflect zero reported incidents or incomplete reporting.
How does Washington Adventist University compare to similar schools?
Washington Adventist University is compared against peer institutions of similar enrollment size and within MD. The Similar Institutions section on this page shows side-by-side safety scores for comparable campuses. Use the Compare tool to evaluate up to four schools at once.
Does Washington Adventist University have fire safety data?
Yes. Washington Adventist University reports fire safety data for on-campus residential facilities, including total fires, injuries, deaths, and fire damage categories. No fires were reported in the most recent year.

Understanding Washington Adventist University's Safety Profile

Washington Adventist University in TAKOMA PARK, MD enrolls 695 students and has a safety score of 0.00 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students , ranking #243 nationally. A score of 0.00 means no on-campus incidents were reported during the survey period, though this may reflect reporting practices rather than absolute safety.

Crime statistics are reported under the Clery Act, which requires all institutions participating in federal financial aid to disclose campus crime data annually. The data covers on-campus incidents from 2021 to 2023, enabling year-over-year trend analysis. On-campus incidents decreased from 1 in 2022 to 0 in 2023.

Fire safety data covers on-campus residential facilities. No fires were reported in the most recent year, indicating effective fire prevention measures.

Campus Safety Guides

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Data sourced from official U.S. government datasets. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCampus Editorial

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.