Washington College
Chestertown, Maryland
Private not-for-profit·Four or more years·Bachelor's degree
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Washington College is a private liberal arts college in Chestertown, Maryland. Founded in 1782 by Episcopal priest William Smith, Wahington College is, by its charter, the oldest college in the state of Maryland, and the 10th oldest college in the United States. The college is named after George Washington, who pledged 50 guineas to the college, served on its board of visitors and governors until 1789, and…
- Rankings
#92 (US News)▼
National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #92 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (2026). Source: US News ↗
Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #120 in Liberal Arts Colleges (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
National rank
Ranked #450 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
Value rank
Ranked #809 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
- Tuition — In-State
$54,356▼
300 Washington Ave, Chestertown, Maryland, 21620-1438
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