Best Value Criminal Justice and Corrections Colleges in District of Columbia

Trinity Washington University delivers the nation's capital's most affordable Criminal Justice program at just $12,233 net cost, creating an unusual opportunity in a city where federal agencies hire thousands of law enforcement professionals annually. The $34,853 cost gap between Trinity and Howard University reflects stark pricing differences among D.C.'s private institutions. George Washington University graduates command the highest salaries at $52,107, benefiting from direct pipelines to FBI, DEA, and Department of Justice positions throughout the metropolitan area.

Programs

$12,233 – $47,919

Net Price Range

$41,662

Avg. Program Earnings

59.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Trinity Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$12,233	$35,060	$26,110	44.4%	97.0%
2	Strayer University-Global Region Washington, District of Columbia	$18,918	$40,448	$13,920	20.0%
3	George Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$37,454	$52,107	$64,990	85.2%	49.0%
4	American University Washington, District of Columbia	$41,945	$45,175	$56,543	78.5%	40.6%
5	Howard University Washington, District of Columbia	$47,919	$35,518	$33,344	68.9%	53.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost differences between D.C. Criminal Justice programs?

Trinity Washington charges $12,233 while Howard University costs $47,919, creating a $35,686 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options. These pricing variations reflect different institutional missions and student populations rather than program quality differences.

How do graduation rates vary among District Criminal Justice schools?

George Washington University leads with an 85.20% graduation rate, followed by American University at 78.50%. Trinity Washington's 44.40% rate reflects its open admissions policy, accepting 96.97% of applicants compared to American's selective 40.63% acceptance rate.

Where do D.C. Criminal Justice graduates typically find employment?

Federal agencies including FBI, Secret Service, and U.S. Marshals Service recruit heavily from local programs. George Washington graduates earn $52,107 on average, reflecting access to high-paying federal positions that require security clearances and advanced training.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.