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$6,152Tuition
3,080Students
26%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$44,236Earnings
#7 in District of ColumbiaPublic4-yearNCAA Division IIData: 2023-24HBCU

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$6,152
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,004
Average Net Price
$14,693
Students Receiving Financial Aid
42.8%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$14,078
Books & Supplies
$1,149
Median Debt at Graduation
$24,872
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$264/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
30.6%
Students Taking Federal Loans
26.2%
Pell Grant Recipients
42.8%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $13,786
$30,001 – $48,000 $14,589
$48,001 – $75,000 $17,674
$75,001 – $110,000 $12,345
$110,001+ $20,245

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $14,693 annually after aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $13,786 per year, while those from wealthy families ($110,000+) pay $20,245. Over four years, that's roughly $55,000 to $81,000 total. The University of the District of Columbia serves as DC's affordable public option in an expensive city.

Graduates typically carry $24,872 in debt, translating to $264 monthly payments. With median earnings of $44,236 ten years after graduation, that's about 7% of monthly income going to loans. The 6:1 student-faculty ratio provides personalized attention despite the low cost. Only 2.47% of students receive institutional grants, meaning most rely on federal aid and the university's naturally low tuition. In-state students get the best deal, making up 86% of enrollment and paying just $6,152 in tuition.

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