How many colleges in District of Columbia offer Physics programs?

CampusPin currently lists 13 U.S. colleges and universities in District of Columbia that offer Physics programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Physics program in District of Columbia?

Among the 13 Physics programs listed in District of Columbia, published in-state tuition ranges from $6,152 to $65,081 (median around $30,953). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Physics degree lead to?

A Physics degree commonly leads to roles such as Physicist (PhD), Engineer (with engineering MS), Software Engineer, Quantitative Analyst. Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): $58,000–$85,000 early-career (BLS physicist median $155,680, requires PhD).

Can I apply to a Physics program in District of Columbia with the Common App?

Many Physics programs in District of Columbia accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

Physics · District of Columbia

Physics colleges in District of Columbia

CampusPin lists 13 U.S. colleges in District of Columbia that offer Physics programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Physics studies the fundamental laws of matter, energy, and motion, a foundational major for engineering, computing, finance, and graduate research.

Schools in District of Columbia that offer Physics

American University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$56,543
Acceptance
47%
Enrollment
12,795
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$18,382
Acceptance
61%
Enrollment
1,324
George Washington University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$64,990
Acceptance
44%
Enrollment
25,029
Georgetown University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$65,081
Acceptance
13%
Enrollment
19,886
Howard University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$33,344
Acceptance
35%
Enrollment
12,830
Institute of World Politics
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
65%
Enrollment
8,568
Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
53%
Enrollment
6,966
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$30,953
Acceptance
75%
Enrollment
7,082
Strayer University-Global Region
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$13,920
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
12,776
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$55,834
Acceptance
84%
Enrollment
5,095
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$26,110
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
1,417
University of the District of Columbia
Washington, DC · University · Public
Tuition
$6,152
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
3,638
University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus
Washington, DC · University · Private
Tuition
$6,660
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
593

Physics programs in District of Columbia: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 13 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

1 / 12

Universities / 2-year

13 / 0

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$6,152–$65,081

Median in-state tuition

$30,953

Lowest published in-state tuition

University of the District of Columbia

$6,152

Most selective

Georgetown University

13% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

George Washington University

25,029 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Physics program

Classical mechanics
Electromagnetism
Quantum mechanics
Thermodynamics and statistical mechanics
Modern physics (relativity, atomic, nuclear)
Mathematical methods (PDE, complex analysis)
Computational physics (Python, MATLAB)
Senior research thesis

Where a Physics degree can lead

Physicist (PhD)
Engineer (with engineering MS)
Software Engineer
Quantitative Analyst
Optical / Semiconductor Engineer
High School Physics Teacher (with cert)

Typical pay: $58,000–$85,000 early-career (BLS physicist median $155,680, requires PhD)

A Physics major covers classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, modern physics (relativity), and laboratory methods. Math is heavy, calculus through differential equations, linear algebra, and often complex analysis. BS-track programs prepare for graduate school in physics or engineering; BA tracks suit pre-med or interdisciplinary applications.

Physics graduates are highly sought-after for their analytical and quantitative skills. Career paths include physics PhD (academia or national labs), engineering (hardware, optics, semiconductors), quantitative finance, software engineering, and patent law.

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