24 accredited colleges and universities in District of Columbia, scored on academics, value, diversity, and outcomes. Find the campus where you'll thrive.
Ranked by our composite score across academics, value, diversity, and outcomes.
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Lowest average net price after financial aid.
Washington, DC · Private Non-Profit
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Washington, DC · For-Profit
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Lowest acceptance rates in the state.
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By undergraduate enrollment.
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The top public and private non-profit institutions in District of Columbia.
2 HBCUs serving students in District of Columbia.
Cities with the most colleges and universities.
District of Columbia is home to 24 accredited colleges and universities, including 2 public, 15 private non-profit, and 7 for-profit institutions.
Based on average net price after financial aid, Trinity Washington University in Washington is the most affordable, with a net price of $9,302.
Georgetown University in Washington is the most selective, with an acceptance rate of 13%.
George Washington University in Washington is the largest, enrolling 11,182 undergraduate students.
Average in-state tuition is $28,410, and average out-of-state tuition is $28,867. The graduate workforce earns a median $55,152 ten years after entry.
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