Best Value Finance and Financial Management Services Colleges in District of Columbia

Finance students in the District of Columbia face the nation's steepest cost differentials, with private programs ranging from $32,798 to $47,919 annually while the public option costs just $14,693. Georgetown leads earnings at $85,538, reflecting the capital's concentration of federal financial agencies, World Bank operations, and policy think tanks that recruit locally. The six-school market splits between expensive private institutions and one affordable public alternative, creating distinct pathways for different financial circumstances.

Programs

$14,693 – $47,919

Net Price Range

$65,347

Avg. Program Earnings

72.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Finance and Financial Management Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Georgetown University Washington, District of Columbia	$39,433	$85,538	$65,081	94.3%	12.2%
2	George Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$37,454	$72,214	$64,990	85.2%	49.0%
3	The Catholic University of America Washington, District of Columbia	$32,798	$53,984	$55,834	81.3%	85.6%
4	American University Washington, District of Columbia	$41,945	$55,512	$56,543	78.5%	40.6%
5	Howard University Washington, District of Columbia	$47,919	$59,485	$33,344	68.9%	53.4%
6	University of the District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia	$14,693		$6,152	26.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains Georgetown's $85,538 median earnings compared to other DC finance programs?

Georgetown finance graduates earn $13,324 more than the next highest program at George Washington University ($72,214). The university's proximity to federal agencies, international financial institutions, and consulting firms creates direct recruitment pipelines that command premium salaries.

How does University of the District of Columbia compare as the only public option?

UDC costs $14,693 annually, making it $18,105 less expensive than the next cheapest private program at Catholic University. However, UDC's 26.30% graduation rate significantly trails all private competitors, which range from 68.90% to 94.30%.

Does the high cost of living in DC affect the value of these finance programs?

DC's expensive housing market means even Georgetown's $85,538 median earnings face significant cost pressures. The $32,105 gap between the lowest and highest net prices creates different debt-to-income scenarios that students must weigh against career trajectory potential.

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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.