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University of the District of Columbia

In-State Tuition & Fees

$6,152

Cost of attendance at University of the District of Columbia in 2022 for students from District of Columbia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

District of Columbia's average $6,152
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,004

Cost of attendance at University of the District of Columbia in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

District of Columbia's average $13,004
National average $18,862

Average Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at University of the District of Columbia was $12,354. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at University of the District of Columbia

University of the District of Columbia net price calculator

$12,354

Below is the average net price of 4 year, public colleges in District of Columbia and nationwide.

District of Columbia's average $12,354
National average $12,582
Below is the net price of University of the District of Columbia for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $12,354 $3,771 (23%) $14,434 $16,196 $19,268 $20,889 $21,405
2021 $16,125 $239 (2%) $15,313 $14,455 $19,049 $22,091 $16,288
2020 $15,886 $1,464 (8%) $14,743 $16,429 $17,956 $18,987 $21,513
2019 $17,350 $609 (4%) $16,065 $16,961 $16,499 $16,080 $20,633
2018 $16,741 $1,588 (10%) $16,989 $18,125 $18,219 $23,938 $15,764
2017 $15,153 $2,461 (14%) $14,730 $15,829 $17,282 $20,341 $20,714
2016 $17,614 $1,568 (10%) $17,527 $18,157 $19,822 $22,785 $21,183
2015 $16,046 $1,216 (8%) $15,629 $16,530 $18,294 $21,149 $21,149
2014 $14,830 -- $14,969 $15,441 $18,367 $19,104 $19,873

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of University of the District of Columbia's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $30,026 No change $6,152 $22,594 $1,280
2021 $30,026 $941 (3%) $6,152 $22,594 $1,280
2020 $29,085 $139 $6,020 $21,785 $1,280
2019 $28,946 $758 (3%) $5,888 $21,778 $1,280
2018 $28,188 $244 $5,756 $21,152 $1,280
2017 $27,944 $2,019 (8%) $5,612 $21,052 $1,280
2016 $25,925 $821 (3%) $5,251 $19,679 $995
2015 $26,746 $372 (1%) $5,189 $20,357 $1,200
2014 $26,374 $2,880 (12%) $5,128 $20,046 $1,200
2013 $23,494 -- $5,128 $16,966 $1,400

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
University of the District of Columbia estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $1,280.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, University of the District of Columbia estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: N/A
  • If living off-campus, with family: $5,389
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $5,389
How much is University of the District of Columbia application fees?
The application fee for undergraduate students is $50 and $50 for graduates.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
University of the District of Columbia offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

University of the District of Columbia cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $220 $513
For out-of-state students $506 $986

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by University of the District of Columbia during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Not Offered