Cheapest Religion/Religious Studies Colleges in District of Columbia

Trinity Washington University stands apart in D.C.'s religious studies market with a net cost of just $12,233, dramatically lower than Georgetown's $39,433. This $27,200 gap reflects varying institutional approaches to financial aid in a city where faith-based nonprofits and interfaith organizations provide substantial career paths. With five programs ranging from highly selective to nearly open admission, the district accommodates students across academic preparation levels while maintaining strong ties to the federal government's Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships.

Programs

$12,233 – $41,945

Net Price Range

76.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Religion/Religious Studies 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	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%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains Trinity Washington University's significantly lower cost compared to other D.C. religious studies programs?

Trinity's net cost of $12,233 reflects generous need-based aid despite a sticker price of $26,110. The university accepts 96.97% of applicants, serving a different student population than Georgetown's highly selective 12.23% acceptance rate.

How do graduation rates vary among D.C.'s religious studies programs?

Georgetown leads with a 94.30% graduation rate, followed by George Washington at 85.20%. Trinity's 44.40% rate reflects its mission serving first-generation and non-traditional students who face different completion challenges.

Does D.C.'s location provide unique advantages for religious studies students?

The district houses major interfaith organizations, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, and federal offices focused on faith-based initiatives. Students access internships at national religious nonprofits and policy organizations unavailable elsewhere.

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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.