Business programs in District of Columbia produce graduates with career earnings ranging from $53,835 to $112,947. Across 7 programs, the variation in outcomes demonstrates why program selection matters significantly for management careers, with graduates earning $16,482 higher than the national average.
Leading the list is Georgetown University, achieving the highest program earnings of $112,947. George Washington University follows at $92,085, while American University rounds out the top tier at $80,715, demonstrating how these private colleges deliver strong undergraduate business outcomes that justify their positioning in the rankings.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Georgetown UniversityPrivate | Washington, DC | $132,523 Median Business Earnings | $5,064 | 12.9% | 94.8% |
| #2 | George Washington UniversityPrivate | Washington, DC | $105,296 Median Business Earnings | $17,440 | 47.1% | 84.0% |
| #3 | American UniversityPrivate | Washington, DC | $100,123 Median Business Earnings | $23,233 | 62.0% | 75.5% |
| #4 | Washington, DC | $91,589 Median Business Earnings | $17,358 | 82.8% | 79.5% | |
| #5 | Howard UniversityPrivate | Washington, DC | $82,633 Median Business Earnings | $46,051 | 41.3% | 70.0% |
| #6 | Washington, DC | $67,424 Median Business Earnings | $10,268 | — | 33.2% | |
| #7 | Washington, DC | $66,772 Median Business Earnings | $7,928 | 99.5% | 49.3% | |
| #8 | Gallaudet UniversityPrivate | Washington, DC | $29,003 Median Business Earnings | $14,129 | 58.1% | 47.3% |
