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University of the District of Columbia
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Annual Tuition
$6,152
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
30.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$44,236
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of the District of Columbia is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Washington, DC. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,152, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 30.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$24,608
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$14,236
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$117,752
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$260,112
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 30%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of the District of Columbia is $24,872.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
12
Burglary
5
Theft
2
Assault
5
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$6,152
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
66.7%
Success
30.2%
In-State Cost
$6,152
Age 25+ Students
55.4%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Medium
Working at 6yr
1,388 students
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