Cheapest English Language and Literature Colleges in District of Columbia

Trinity Washington University delivers the most affordable English Language and Literature education in the District at just $12,233 net cost, while Georgetown commands $39,433 for similar programs. This $27,200 gap reflects the capital's dual nature as both a college town and policy center where English graduates find work across federal agencies, think tanks, and advocacy organizations. The city's dense concentration of nonprofits and government contractors creates steady demand for strong writers and communicators.

Programs

$12,233 – $47,919

Net Price Range

$35,200

Avg. Program Earnings

63.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 English Language and Literature, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Trinity Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$12,233	$26,110	44.4%	97.0%
2	Gallaudet University Washington, District of Columbia	$14,085	$18,382	46.6%	59.2%
3	University of the District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia	$14,693	$6,152	26.3%
4	The Catholic University of America Washington, District of Columbia	$32,798	$55,834	81.3%	85.6%
5	George Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$37,454	$64,990	85.2%	49.0%
6	Georgetown University Washington, District of Columbia	$39,433	$65,081	94.3%	12.2%
7	Howard University Washington, District of Columbia	$47,919	$33,344	68.9%	53.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive English programs?

Trinity Washington University costs $12,233 net compared to Howard University's $47,919, creating a $35,686 price gap. Private institutions like Georgetown and George Washington University charge over $60,000 in tuition before financial aid, while Trinity and the public University of the District of Columbia offer more accessible pricing structures.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in DC English programs?

Georgetown achieves a 94.3% graduation rate at $39,433 net cost, while the University of the District of Columbia graduates only 26.3% of students at $14,693. Trinity Washington University offers an interesting middle ground with a 44.4% graduation rate at the lowest net cost of $12,233.

Where do English graduates from DC schools typically find employment?

Georgetown English graduates earn $43,128 annually, benefiting from the university's connections to federal agencies, lobbying firms, and international organizations. George Washington University graduates earn $29,685 despite the school's downtown location, while Catholic University graduates earn $33,993 working across the capital's nonprofit sector.

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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.