Add a college to compare up to four schools
Frequently compared to these colleges. Click a college to add to the comparison.
ECSU SCSU CCSU Buffalo State College Coppin UConn SUNY-Potsdam SUNY Cortland Western New England University William Paterson University of New Jersey Marist College| Western Connecticut State University | University of the District of Columbia | College 3 | College 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
 |
|||
| Remove | Remove | +Add | +Add | |
Overview |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
| Location | Danbury, CT | Washington, DC | ||
| Setting | Small City | Large City | ||
| Enrollment | 4,417 | 3,577 | ||
| Type | Public 4 Year | Public 4 Year | ||
| National Ranking | #466 | |||
| Religious Affiliation | - | - | - | - |
| Status | Non-profit | Non-profit | ||
| Website | wcsu.edu | udc.edu | ||
| Team Colors |
Costs |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
| Tuition (In State) | $6,464 | $5,292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Out of State) | $19,358 | $12,144 | ||
| Room & Board | $14,568 | $15,137 | ||
| Avg Net Price | $15,862 | $15,021 | ||
| Avg Grant Aid | $9,057 | $7,662 | ||
| % Receiving Grant Aid | 72% | 89% |
Admission |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Chances | Calculate | Calculate | ||
| Applied | 5,093 | - | ||
| Admitted | 4,253 | - | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 83.5% | Open | ||
| Enrolled % | 14.8% | Open | ||
| Avg High School GPA | 3.38 | - | ||
| Typical High School Grades | B+ | - | ||
| Admissions Standards | Average | Unavailable | ||
| Applicant Competition | ||||
| ACT Range | 19/29 | |||
| SAT Range | 1010/1230 | |||
| Submit Test Scores | Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional) | |||
| Application Deadline | Aug 1, 2024 |
Academics |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11:1 | 6:1 | ||
| Popular Majors |
|
|
||
Outcomes |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
| Graduation Rate | 40% | 8% | ||
| Median Earnings (After 10 years) | $47,400 | $37,100 | ||
| Making Student Loan Payments | 65% | 28% | ||
| Median Student Loan Debt | $25,000 | $22,000 | ||
| Median Loan Payment | $258 | $227 |
Diversity |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| % Men | 45% | 36% | ||
| % Women | 55% | 64% | ||
| Racial Diversity | Medium | Medium | ||
| HBCU | No | Yes | ||
| % White | 61% | 4% | ||
| % Black | 12% | 62% | ||
| % Hispanic | 18% | 10% | ||
| % Native American | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | ||
| % Two or More Races | 1% | 2% | ||
| % International | 0% | 8% | ||
| % Unknown Race | 3% | 12% |
Students |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| % In-State | 70% | 82% | ||
| % Out-of-State | 30% | 13% | ||
Campus |
WestConn | University of the District of Columbia | ||
| Campus Housing | Yes | Yes | ||
| Freshman Dorm Required | No | No | ||
| Meal Plan | Yes | No | ||
| Weekend/Evening Classes | No | Yes | ||
| Daycare Facility | Yes | Yes | ||
| Learn More | Details | Details |
Comparable Facts
- Western Connecticut State University is larger than than University of the District of Columbia based on total student enrollment (4,417 students vs. 3,577 students)
WestConn vs. University of the District of Columbia Cost Comparison
Which college is more expensive, WestConn or University of the District of Columbia?
- Western Connecticut State University is 22.1% more expensive to attend than University of the District of Columbia for in-state tuition ($6,464.00 vs. $5,292.00)
- Out of state tuition is 59.4% higher at WestConn than University of the District of Columbia ($19,358.00 vs. $12,144.00)
- The typical actual cost that students pay to attend (average net price) is less at University of the District of Columbia than WestConn ($15,021 vs. $15,862)
- Living costs (room and board or off-campus housing budget) at Western Connecticut State University are 3.9% lower than costs at University of the District of Columbia ($14,568 vs. $15,137)
- More students receive financial grant aid at University of the District of Columbia than Western Connecticut State University (89% vs. 72%)
- The average total grant financial aid received by Western Connecticut State University students is 18.2% larger than aid received University of the District of Columbia ($9,057 vs. $7,662)
Which college is harder to get into, WestConn or University of the District of Columbia? Average SAT and ACT scores plus acceptance rates offer good insight into the difficulty of admission between University of the District of Columbia or WestConn .
WestConn vs. University of the District of Columbia Graduation Outcomes Comparison
Which is better, WestConn or University of the District of Columbia? Graduation rate, salary and amount of student loan debt are indicators of a college which offers better outcomes for its graduates. Compare the following outcomes facts between University of the District of Columbia and WestConn.
- The graduation rate at WestConn is higher than University of the District of Columbia (40% vs. 8%)
- Graduates from Western Connecticut State University earn on average $10,300 more per year than University of the District of Columbia graduates after ten years. ($47,400 vs. $37,100)
- University of the District of Columbia students graduate with a $3,000 lower median federal student loan debt than WestConn graduates. ($22,000 vs. $25,000)
- University of the District of Columbia graduates are paying $31 less per month on federal student loans than WestConn graduates. ($227 vs. $258)
- More WestConn graduates are actively paying back their federal student loan debt than former University of the District of Columbia students, three years after graduation. (65% vs. 28%)
Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/