Cheapest Political Science and Government Colleges in District of Columbia

Trinity Washington University offers Political Science and Government students a remarkable opportunity with net costs starting at just $12,233 annually. This creates a striking contrast with programs reaching $47,919 in the same city where federal agencies, think tanks, and international organizations provide unparalleled internship and career pathways. Eight programs serve the nation's capital, with graduation rates varying from 26% at the public option to 94% at Georgetown University.

Programs

$12,233 – $47,919

Net Price Range

$42,863

Avg. Program Earnings

65.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Political Science and Government 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	American University Washington, District of Columbia	$41,945	$56,543	78.5%	40.6%
8	Howard University Washington, District of Columbia	$47,919	$33,344	68.9%	53.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Trinity Washington University so affordable for Political Science students?

Trinity Washington University charges a net price of only $12,233 per year for Political Science and Government programs, making it the most affordable option in Washington D.C. The university accepts 97% of applicants and maintains a 44% graduation rate.

How do earnings compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Georgetown University graduates earn $52,524 annually despite charging $39,433 net, while Howard University charges the highest net price at $47,919 but graduates earn only $33,281. Trinity Washington students pay the least but earnings data isn't available for comparison.

Is University of the District of Columbia worth considering as the public option?

UDC offers in-state tuition at just $6,152 and graduates earn $42,682 annually, providing solid value despite a 26% graduation rate. The net cost of $14,693 ranks third-lowest among D.C. Political Science programs.

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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.