School Profile

University of the District of Columbia

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Washington, DC

$5,292

Avg in-state tuition

$12,144

Avg out-of-state tuition

BestColleges.com is an advertising-supported site. Featured or trusted partner programs and all school search, finder, or match results are for schools that compensate us. This compensation does not influence our school rankings, resource guides, or other editorially-independent information published on this site.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Discover programs by subject area to find the best college for your future.

Search All Programs

Work here? Claim your school's profile

About University of the District of Columbia

School Type: Public

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

HBCU: YesHistorically Black Colleges and Universities are accredited schools established prior to 1965 whose principal mission was, and is, the education of Black Americans. Explore our HBCU resource hub to learn more.

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Military Friendly: YesMilitary-friendly schools are Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, offer the Yellow Ribbon Program, and have a dedicated point of contact to support veterans, military service members, and their families. Explore our college guide for service members and veterans to learn more.

The University of the District of Columbia is a small public university located on an urban campus in Washington, District of Columbia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,947, and admissions are selective. The university offers 45 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 25%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $5,292, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $12,144.

BestColleges.com

Rankings

Learn more about how this school compares to other schools with rankings by BestColleges.

Admissions Breakdown

n/a

Acceptance Rate Insight

Information not available

Retention Rate Insight

53% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.

Graduation Rate Insight

25% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores --

High school transcript --

High school rank --

Letter of recommendation --

High school GPA --

Open admission Yes

Completion of college prep program --

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) --

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable

SAT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.

Learn more about how we determine school awards

The student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.

This means there are more faculty for each student, which can create an opportunity for more individualized attention and support in your studies.

Learn more about how we determine school awards

3k

Students enrolled

24%

Online student enrollment

8:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

Black

58%

Hispanic

17%

White

8%

Unknown

7%

Non-U.S. Citizen

5%

Two or more races

3%

Asian

2%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

63%

Socio-economic diversity

50% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Explore Similar Schools

Langston University

Langston, OK · Public · Non-profit

View School

Tennessee State University

Nashville, TN · Public · Non-profit

View School

Lincoln University

Jefferson City, MO · Public · Non-profit

#1 Ranked in Best HBCUs for Criminal Justice Programs

View School

Bowie State University

Bowie, MD · Public · Non-profit

#1 Ranked in Best HBCUs in Maryland

View School

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

Cheyney, PA · Public · Non-profit

View School

Coppin State University

Baltimore, MD · Public · Non-profit

#8 Ranked in Best Master's in Corrections Administration Programs

View School

Morgan State University

Baltimore, MD · Public · Non-profit

#2 Ranked in Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering

View School

Delaware State University

Dover, DE · Public · Non-profit

#4 Ranked in Top HBCU Online MBA Programs

View School

Lincoln University

Lincoln University, PA · Public · Non-profit

#6 Ranked in Best HBCUs for Health Science Majors

View School

West Virginia State University

Institute, WV · Public · Non-profit

View School

Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

1

Total Online Enrollment

819

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

99% On-campus

1% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates X Bold Not offered

Associate X Bold Not offered

Bachelor's Check Bold 2% online

Graduate Certificate X Bold Not offered

Master's X Bold Not offered

Doctorate X Bold Not offered

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $5,292 $12,144
Graduate $9,234 $17,748

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,280
On-campus room and board Currently unavailable
On-campus other expenses Currently unavailable
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $17,205
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $5,389
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $5,389

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $6,572 $13,424
Off-campus without family $29,166 $36,018
Off-campus with family $11,961 $18,813

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

50%

State Grant Aid

1%

Institution Grant Aid

45%

Pell Grant

50%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $5,709
State Grant Aid $1,687
Institution Grant Aid $4,635
Pell Grant Aid $5,141

Financial Outlook

$25k

Average student debt after graduation

$33k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division II without football

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track Field Indoor
  • Track Field Outdoor
  • Track Field Xcountry
  • Basketball

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.

1

Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields

BA

MA

DOC

2

Architecture And Related Services

BA

MA

DOC

3

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

4

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

5

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

6

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

7

Education

BA

MA

DOC

8

Engineering Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

9

Engineering

BA

MA

DOC

10

Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

11

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

12

Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

13

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

14

Health Professions And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

15

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

16

Legal Professions And Studies

BA

MA

DOC

17

Mathematics And Statistics

BA

MA

DOC

18

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

BA

MA

DOC

19

Natural Resources And Conservation

BA

MA

DOC

20

Physical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

21

Psychology

BA

MA

DOC

22

Public Administration And Social Service Professions

BA

MA

DOC

23

Security And Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

24

Social Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

25

Visual And Performing Arts

BA

MA

DOC

Resource

Financial Aid Overview

Resource

Understanding Grants & Scholarships

Explore Rankings

Explore More Resources

Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.