Colleges in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. is home to 17 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
17 total in Washington D.C.George Washington University
George Washington University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~11,182 students. Admissions are accessible (47% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $59,780/year.
Howard University
Howard University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~10,108 students. Admissions are accessible (41% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $28,450/year.
Georgetown University
Georgetown University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~7,569 students. Admissions are highly selective (13% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $59,784/year.
American University
American University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~7,266 students. Admissions are accessible (62% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $50,542/year.
The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~3,154 students. Admissions are accessible (83% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $51,040/year.
Trinity Washington University
Trinity Washington University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~1,414 students. Admissions are accessible (100% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,860/year.
Gallaudet University
Gallaudet University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~812 students. Admissions are accessible (58% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,512/year.
National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts
National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is a private 2-year institution in Washington, DC. Enrollment: ~16 students. Admissions are accessible (100% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $10,600/year.
Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies
Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC.
University of the District of Columbia
University of the District of Columbia is a public 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Out-of-state tuition: $12,144/year.
Wesley Theological Seminary
Wesley Theological Seminary is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC.
University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus
University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is a 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Out-of-state tuition: $5,760/year.
Institute of World Politics
Institute of World Politics is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC.
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC.
The Chicago School at Washington DC
The Chicago School at Washington DC is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC.
NewU University
NewU University is a private 4-year institution in Washington, DC. Out-of-state tuition: $15,000/year.
Windsor University
Windsor University is a 4-year institution in Washington, DC.
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