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District of Columbia Graduate Schools

#24 Most Popular State/Terr. for Grad Students
16 Colleges
17,819 Yearly Graduations
$99,178 Avg 4-Year Tuition (In-State)

In terms of graduate completions, District of Columbia is ranked #24 in the nation with 17,819 graduate degrees handed out in 2021. The average in-state tuition for the state is $24,795, while the average out-of-state tuition for graduate students is $25,327. This cost can vary greatly from school to school.

Learn more about the most popular graduate schools in the state below:

#1

George Washington University

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
6,347 Yearly Degrees
$32,904 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

George Washington University was ranked the #1 most popular graduate school in the state in 2021. All in all, 6,347 graduate degrees were handed out that year. These are the average costs for students attending the school, based on recent data.

Average Tuition and Fees for George Washington University

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $32,850 $32,850
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $54 $54
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $1,825 $1,825

#2

Georgetown University

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
4,994 Yearly Degrees
$55,128 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Georgetown University was ranked the #2 most popular graduate school in the state in 2021. All in all, 4,994 graduate degrees were handed out that year. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Georgetown University

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $54,672 $54,672
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $456 $456
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $2,278 $2,278

#3

American University

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
2,385 Yearly Degrees
$38,456 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

In 2021, The American University handed out 2,385 graduate degrees. This makes it the #3 most popular school in the state in this category. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for American University

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $37,447 $37,447
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $1,009 $1,009
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $1,922 $1,922

#4

Strayer University - Global Region

Washington, District of Columbia
Private for-profit Public vs. Private
1,535 Yearly Degrees
$15,135 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Strayer University - Global Region handed out 1,535 graduate degrees in 2021, making it the #4 most popular graduate school in the state. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Strayer University - Global Region

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $14,940 $14,940
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $195 $195
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $553 $553

#5

Howard University

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
820 Yearly Degrees
$34,326 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Out of the 16 schools in the state that offer graduate programs, Howard ranked #5 in terms of popularity with 820 graduate degrees handed out in 2021. The following table gives a breakdown of the tuition costs to attend the school. This is based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Howard University

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $33,860 $33,860
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $466 $466
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $1,838 $1,838

#6

Catholic University of America

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
767 Yearly Degrees
$51,630 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Catholic University of America was ranked the #6 most popular graduate school in the state in 2021. All in all, 767 graduate degrees were handed out that year. The following table gives a breakdown of the tuition costs to attend the school. This is based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Catholic University of America

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $50,670 $50,670
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $960 $960
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $2,015 $2,015

Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
182 Yearly Degrees
$23,918 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

In 2021, The Chicago School Washington DC Campus handed out 182 graduate degrees. This makes it the #7 most popular school in the state in this category. These are the average costs for students attending the school, based on recent data.

Average Tuition and Fees for The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Washington DC

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $22,554 $22,554
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $1,364 $1,364
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $1,219 $1,219

#8

University of the District of Columbia

Washington, District of Columbia
Public Public vs. Private
178 Yearly Degrees
$10,094 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

In 2021, University of the District of Columbia handed out 178 graduate degrees. This makes it the #8 most popular school in the state in this category. The following table gives a breakdown of the tuition costs to attend the school. This is based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for University of the District of Columbia

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $9,234 $17,748
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $860 $860
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $513 $986

#9

Gallaudet University

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
169 Yearly Degrees
$19,380 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

In 2021, Gallaudet handed out 169 graduate degrees. This makes it the #9 most popular school in the state in this category. The following table gives a breakdown of the tuition costs to attend the school. This is based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Gallaudet University

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $18,180 $18,180
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $1,200 $1,200
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $1,010 $1,010

#10

Wesley Theological Seminary

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
135 Yearly Degrees
$21,754 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

In 2021, Wesley Theological Seminary handed out 135 graduate degrees. This makes it the #10 most popular school in the state in this category. The following table gives a breakdown of the tuition costs to attend the school. This is based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Wesley Theological Seminary

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $20,460 $20,460
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $1,294 $1,294
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $682 $682

#11

Trinity Washington University

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
111 Yearly Degrees
$14,850 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

In 2021, Trinity College handed out 111 graduate degrees. This makes it the #11 most popular school in the state in this category. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Trinity Washington University

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $14,850 $14,850
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $825 $825

#12

Strayer University - District of Columbia

Washington, District of Columbia
Private for-profit Public vs. Private
57 Yearly Degrees
$15,135 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Strayer University - District of Columbia handed out 57 graduate degrees in 2021, making it the #12 most popular graduate school in the state. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Strayer University - District of Columbia

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $14,940 $14,940
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $195 $195
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $553 $553

#13

Institute of World Politics

Washington, District of Columbia
Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
45 Yearly Degrees
$31,600 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Out of the 16 schools in the state that offer graduate programs, Institute of World Politics ranked #13 in terms of popularity with 45 graduate degrees handed out in 2021. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Institute of World Politics

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $31,200 $31,200
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $400 $400
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $1,300 $1,300

#14

University of the Potomac - Washington DC Campus

Washington, District of Columbia
Private for-profit Public vs. Private
37 Yearly Degrees
$5,850 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Out of the 16 schools in the state that offer graduate programs, University of the Potomac - Washington DC Campus ranked #14 in terms of popularity with 37 graduate degrees handed out in 2021. These are the average costs for students attending the school, based on recent data.

Average Tuition and Fees for University of the Potomac - Washington DC Campus

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $5,400 $5,400
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $450 $450

Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
36 Yearly Degrees
$16,380 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

PFIC handed out 36 graduate degrees in 2021, making it the #15 most popular graduate school in the state. These are the average costs for students attending the school, based on recent data.

Average Tuition and Fees for Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $16,080 $16,080
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $300 $300
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $670 $670

Private not-for-profit Public vs. Private
21 Yearly Degrees
$19,725 Yearly Tuition (In-State)

Pontifical John Paul II Institute handed out 21 graduate degrees in 2021, making it the #16 most popular graduate school in the state. The table below lists the tuition and fees for the school, based on the most recent data available.

Average Tuition and Fees for Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family

In-State Out-of-State
Avg. Full Time Graduate Tuition $19,375 $19,375
Avg. Required Fees for Full-Time Grad Students $350 $350
Part-Time per Credit Hour Tuition for Grad Students $900 $900

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