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Trinity Washington University delivers nursing education at just $12,233 net cost while producing graduates earning $73,446 annually, the highest salary among District of Columbia nursing programs. This 500% return on investment reflects strong demand from federal agencies, military hospitals, and major medical centers throughout the capital region. The $35,000+ cost gap between Trinity and more expensive options like Howard University ($47,919) creates opportunities for students to enter high-paying nursing careers without overwhelming debt in a city where healthcare professionals serve varied populations from diplomats to federal employees.
7
Programs
$12,233 – $47,919
Net Price Range
$70,578
Avg. Program Earnings
60.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,233 $26,110 44.4% 97.0%
2 $14,693 $6,152 26.3%
3 $18,918 $13,920 20.0%
4 $32,798 $55,834 81.3% 85.6%
5 $37,454 $64,990 85.2% 49.0%
6 $39,433 $65,081 94.3% 12.2%
7 $47,919 $33,344 68.9% 53.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Trinity Washington University's nursing program such a financial standout?

Trinity charges only $12,233 net cost while graduates earn $73,446 annually, creating the best earnings-to-cost ratio among DC nursing programs. Students graduate with $27,250 in debt, significantly less than many other options in the expensive capital region.

How do graduation rates vary across DC nursing programs?

Georgetown leads with a 94.30% graduation rate, followed by George Washington at 85.20% and Catholic University at 81.30%. Public University of the District of Columbia shows a 26.30% rate, while Trinity achieves 44.40% despite serving a different student population.

Does attending a more expensive nursing school guarantee higher earnings?

Not necessarily in DC's nursing market. Trinity graduates earn $73,446 annually despite the lowest net cost, while George Washington graduates earn $68,875 despite paying $37,454 net. Georgetown and Catholic University graduates fall between $69,338-$71,686, showing earnings remain competitive across price points.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.