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2024 Best Colleges in the Washington, D.C. Area

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  1. #1 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    Georgetown University

    4 Year,

    WASHINGTON, DC,

    1259 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says My experience at Georgetown University as a Freshman has been phenomenal. The very first month has been the most memorable. Due to how open the community was, I was able to meet new people every....

    Read 1259 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Acceptance Rate: 12%,

    Net Price: $23,049,

    SAT Range: 1410-1550,

  2. #2 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    University of Maryland - College Park

    4 Year,

    COLLEGE PARK, MD,

    5517 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says The University of Maryland is truly a place like no other. Stepping foot on campus is like walking into an alternate universe. The students are excited, the campus seems to become more beautiful....

    Read 5517 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Acceptance Rate: 52%,

    Net Price: $17,146,

    SAT Range: 1330-1510,

  3. #3 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    George Washington University

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    4 Year,

    WASHINGTON, DC,

    2205 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says I only attended GW for my final year of grad school (and entirely online because of COVID), but I absolutely loved all of the professors, students, and content that I came into contact with through....

    Read 2205 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Acceptance Rate: 50%,

    Net Price: $31,240,

    SAT Range: 1310-1490,

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  5. #4 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    American University

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    4 Year,

    WASHINGTON, DC,

    2533 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says Amazing professors with such interesting insight to their expertise. Clubs and involvement possibilities are plentiful for many different kinds of interests. Class sizes are perfect, there are some....

    Read 2533 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 64%,

    Net Price: $28,622,

    SAT Range: 1280-1440,

  6. #5 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    George Mason University

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    4 Year,

    FAIRFAX, VA,

    4938 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Freshman says Although my experience with George Mason University is still relatively early on, I can attest that GMU has thorough communication from not only their website, but with the academic advisor. The....

    Read 4938 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 91%,

    Net Price: $18,841,

    SAT Range: 1140-1350,

  7. #6 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    Marymount University

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    4 Year,

    ARLINGTON, VA,

    868 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says I am thrilled to share my experience as a student at MU. From the moment I stepped foot on campus, I knew I had found the perfect institution for my educational aspirations. MU is an extraordinary....

    Read 868 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 84%,

    Net Price: $26,717,

    SAT Range: 970-1170,

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  9. #7 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    The Catholic University of America

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    4 Year,

    WASHINGTON, DC,

    979 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says The Catholic University of America is an amazing school! It offers a great academic experience with its small class sizes and experienced professors. The campus is beautiful and the university does a...The high cost of tuition combined with room and board is a rather large obstacle for many students, but it is well worth the investment. CUA is also very generous with their scholarship money, and...As a CUA student, I find my needs both academic and living well met..

    Read 979 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 86%,

    Net Price: $35,520,

    SAT Range: 1020-1230,

  10. #8 Best Colleges in Washington, D.C. Area.

    Howard University

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    4 Year,

    WASHINGTON, DC,

    4000 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says As a rising sophomore at Howard University, my overall experience has been positive. Howard University promotes and funds research projects, allowing all students to participate in ground-breaking....

    Read 4000 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Acceptance Rate: 35%,

    Net Price: $26,870,

    SAT Range: 1080-1290,

  11. Washington Adventist University

    Blue checkmark.

    4 Year,

    TAKOMA PARK, MD,

    301 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says My experience with Washington Adventist University as both a mother and a nursing student has been incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. As a mother, I have been grateful for the university's...As a nursing student, I've been impressed by the high-quality education and hands-on training provided by the university. The faculty's expertise and dedication to their students' success have been....

    Read 301 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 62%,

    Net Price: $13,414,

    SAT Range: 820-1030,

  12. University of the District of Columbia

    4 Year,

    WASHINGTON, DC,

    631 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says While being a student at UDC, I have developed many skills such as interpersonal skills, computer literacy, critical thinking, and written/ oral communication skills that will help me further my...The Academic Department of UDC is also great, the professors and advisers are very helpful to push you toward your end goals and even long-term goals after graduating. They mold each student to be a....

    Read 631 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 100%,

    Net Price: $12,354,

  13. Bowie State University

    Blue checkmark.

    4 Year,

    BOWIE, MD,

    1324 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I love BOWIE STATE UNIVERSITY, If I had to say my favorite thing about attending Bowie is that it is a big, loving, supporting family there. Everyone knows everyone and you can talk to whoever about....

    Read 1324 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 87%,

    Net Price: $14,290,

    SAT Range: 840-1020,

  14. Chamberlain University - Tysons Corner

    Blue checkmark.

    4 Year,

    VIENNA, VA,

    61 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says I am on my second year of a 3 year accelerated BSN program and I have to say that although it is challenging it is also very gratifying. I received a grant which helped me pay for my education and...Best of luck!.

    Read 61 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Acceptance Rate: 100%,

    Net Price: $25,386,

  15. Capitol Technology University

    Blue checkmark.

    4 Year,

    LAUREL, MD,

    152 Niche users give it an average review of 3.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says During my time at Capitol Technology University, I was impressed by the strong sense of community among students and faculty. The small class sizes fostered a close-knit environment where professors....

    Read 152 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Acceptance Rate: 47%,

    Net Price: $24,946,

    SAT Range: 1020-1230,

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