Cheapest Finance and Financial Management Services Colleges in District of Columbia

Finance programs in the nation's capital span a remarkable cost spectrum, from University of the District of Columbia's $14,693 net price to Howard University at $47,919. Georgetown graduates command the highest starting salaries at $85,538, reflecting the school's deep connections to Wall Street and federal financial agencies. The District's concentration of government regulators, international finance organizations, and policy think tanks creates unique internship and career pathways that justify higher program costs for many students seeking finance careers.

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	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of the District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia	$14,693	$6,152	26.3%
2	The Catholic University of America Washington, District of Columbia	$32,798	$55,834	81.3%	85.6%
3	George Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$37,454	$64,990	85.2%	49.0%
4	Georgetown University Washington, District of Columbia	$39,433	$65,081	94.3%	12.2%
5	American University Washington, District of Columbia	$41,945	$56,543	78.5%	40.6%
6	Howard University Washington, District of Columbia	$47,919	$33,344	68.9%	53.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of the District of Columbia such an affordable option?

UDC's $14,693 net price stems from its public status and in-state tuition of just $6,152. The school maintains a 26.30% graduation rate, making it accessible but requiring strong self-motivation to complete the program successfully.

How do Georgetown finance graduates justify the $39,433 annual cost?

Georgetown finance alumni earn $85,538 starting salaries, the highest among DC programs, while carrying relatively low debt loads of $15,750. The 94.30% graduation rate and 12.23% acceptance rate reflect the program's selectivity and outcomes.

Does the high cost of living in DC affect program value?

DC's expensive living costs are offset by finance salaries ranging from $53,984 to $85,538 across local programs. Federal agencies, international banks, and lobbying firms headquartered here often recruit directly from area schools.

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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.