University of the District of Columbia

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   The short answer

   The University of the District of Columbia is a public university in Washington, D.C. It suits students who want a wide range of study options, including certificates through doctoral degrees, at the only public university in the city.

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   What you can study

   Students can study at the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, School of Business and Public Administration, College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences, David A. Clarke School of Law, and UDC Community College. The university also offers workforce and certificate programs, plus associate, baccalaureate, master's, professional, and doctoral degrees.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for the entry requirements for their chosen programme level, document list, and deadlines. Because programme-specific requirements can differ across the colleges and schools, confirm the current application steps and any visa-related guidance with admissions.

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   What it costs

   The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Washington, D.C. can also be significant, so check housing, transport, food, and insurance costs before applying.

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   Coming from abroad

   The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it with the university before applying. Also check whether your programme has extra requirements for international students, including academic transcripts, English language proof if needed, visa documents, and any deadlines that apply to your course.

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   How it compares

   Among 2,515 universities in the United States, this is a public institution with a broad mix of vocational, undergraduate, graduate, and professional study, plus a law school and a community college. Its position as the only public university in Washington, D.C. makes it a different option from larger state systems if you want to study in the capital and keep your choices within one public institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.