Cheapest Public Health Colleges in District of Columbia

Two schools offer Public Health degrees under $15,000 net cost in Washington D.C., while three others exceed $37,000. Gallaudet University leads affordability at $14,085 net price, followed closely by University of the District of Columbia at $14,693. The federal government employs more public health professionals per capita than any other region, creating unique internship and career pathways for graduates in epidemiology, health policy, and emergency preparedness.

Programs

$14,085 – $41,945

Net Price Range

$41,578

Avg. Program Earnings

66.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Public Health Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Gallaudet University Washington, District of Columbia	$14,085	$18,382	46.6%	59.2%
2	University of the District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia	$14,693	$6,152	26.3%
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%

Frequently Asked Questions

What creates the massive cost gap between D.C. public health programs?

Private universities charge $37,454 to $41,945 in net costs compared to public and specialized institutions at around $14,500. Georgetown's 94.30% graduation rate and George Washington's federal connections justify higher prices for many students.

How do earnings compare across D.C. public health graduates?

George Washington and Georgetown graduates earn $42,682 annually, while American University graduates earn $39,369. The $3,313 difference reflects varying alumni networks and federal agency placement rates in the capital region.

Does University of the District of Columbia offer the best value?

UDC charges just $6,152 for in-state tuition with a $14,693 net price, making it extremely affordable. However, the 26.30% graduation rate requires careful consideration against federal career requirements and licensing standards.

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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.