Frequently Asked Questions

Jackie Thompson, Alumni Communications Coordinator

University of the District of Columbia
4200 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Building 38, Room A08
Washington, DC 20008

Jackie Thompson (202) 274-5206

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If I am an international student, what are steps taken for admission into the University?

Undergraduate Admission:
The University enrolls students who are citizens of foreign countries. Academic achievement is an important factor in consideration for admission. Selection of international students who have not attended other colleges is based on the academic secondary school certificate, such as WASC, GCE, baccalaureate or other external national examinations, used in the student?s country as a terminal secondary certificate. Official copies of certificates, transcripts and other supporting documents must be received, in English, directly from the examining board, registrar or other official designee responsible for true and legal certification of documents. All documents should be mailed directly to the Office of the Registrar and Enrollment Management, University of the District of Columbia, 4200 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Building 39, Level A, Washington, DC 20008, from the issuing school or board.

Students who do not hold a school-leaving certificate at a level equivalent to high school graduation in the United States may take the General Education Development Test (GED) or graduate from an accredited high school in the United States.

International Students whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and achieve a minimum score of 500. Evidence of completion of two college level English courses at an accredited American college or university may be submitted to satisfy this requirement. Students with TOEFL score below 500 will be recommended for classes in English as a Second Language (ESL). Students without TOEFL scores must take the Comprehensive English Language Test (CELT).

The University is approved by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service to enroll international students in F-1 Student immigration status. Applicants who will require F-1 Student certification (Form I-20) must file an affidavit of financial support with the Office of the Registrar and Enrollment Management at the time of application. The affidavit must show that the applicant has adequate financial sponsorship to pay all educational and living expenses associated with the proposed course of study.

Graduate Admission

Submit an official transcript or a detailed marks certificate showing course work and grades. If the certificate or documents in a language other than English, a certified and notarized English translation must be provided. If the institution at which the courses were taken issues only one official copy to the certificate, a certified copy of the certificate may be submitted. However, both the certificate and the translation must be certified by an official government agent or authorized official, such as a notary public. The application fee paid must be in U.S. currency.

A financial affidavit of support certificate is required with the application indicating funding resources. These funds are to be certified in U.S. currency only.

Official results of the Educational Testing Service/Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) should be forwarded directly from the testing agency. The minimum required score is 550. (This does not apply to applicants whose native language is English, or if the applicant has an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university.)

The minimum required score for the Graduate Management Test (GMAT) is 850.

All applicants must submit scores for the GRE (Graduate record Exam).

What are the deadline dates for admissions for an international student?

To apply for Fall, the international student?s paperwork must be in by May 1st of that same year. To apply for Spring, the international student?s paperwork must be in by September 15th of the previous year. (Note: B, F, and J visas).

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What is the tuition and fee charged to students for admissions into the University?

Undergraduate:
Resident: $75.00 per credit hour
Non-resident: $185.00 per credit hour

Graduate:
Resident: $198.00 per credit hour
Non-resident: $329.00 per credit hour

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What undergraduate programs are offered at the University?

College of Arts and Sciences:

Baccalaureate Degrees
Administration of Justice
Biology (BS)
Chemistry (BS)
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
English
Environmental Science
French
Graphic Communications
Health Education
History
Mass Media
Mathematics
Music
Nursing (BS)
Nutrition and Food Science
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology/Anthropology
Spanish
Special Education
Speech and Language Pathology
Art
Theater Arts
Urban Studies

School of Business and Public Administration:

Baccalaureate Degrees
Accounting
Business Management
Computer Information and Systems Science
Economics
Finance
Marketing
Office Administration
Procurement and Public Contracting

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences:

Baccalaureate Degrees
Airway Science
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Computer Science (BS)
Electrical Engineering
Fire Science Administration
Information Technology
Mechanical Engineering

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What graduate programs are offered at the University?

College of Arts and Sciences:

Cancer Biology, Prevention and Control
Clinical Psychology
Counseling
Early Childhood Education
English Compostion and Rhetoric
Mathematics
Special Education

School of Business and Public Administration:

Business Administration
Public Administration

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What associate's degrees are offered at the University?

College of Arts and Sciences:
Child Development and Nursery School Education
Music
Nursing
Mortuary Science
Respiratory Therapy
Medical Radiography
Water Quality and Marine Science
Graphic Design
Law Enforcement
Correction Administration
Graphic Communication Technology

School of Business and Public Administration:
Administrative Office Management
Business Technology
Computer Accounting Technology
Hospitality Management and Tourism
Legal Assistant

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences:
Architectural Engineering Technology
Aviation Maintenance Technology
Computer Science Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology
Fire Science

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Does UDC offer certificate programs?

College of Arts and Sciences:
Non-Profit Leadership

School of Business and Public Administration:
Hospitality Management and Tourism Entrepreneurship

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences:
Computer Networks Administration
Computer Networks Technology
Desktop Publishing
Multi Media

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Does the University have a law school?

Yes. It is the David A. Clarke School of Law

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What degree does the David A. Clarke School of Law offer?

A Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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How can one apply to the university and receive an information packet?

Go to the webpage: www.udc.edu. Go to downloads at the bottom of the page. Click on University Viewbook and Undergraduate Application. Print, complete the application, and mail it to: University of the District of Columbia, Office of Recruitment and Admission, 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW, Building 39/Suite A12, Washington DC 20008.

Call (202) 274-6113 the application message information request center. Please leave the requested information.

Does UDC have campus housing?

No, the university is a commuter school.

Does the University conduct campus tours?

Yes. The University of the District of Columbia strongly encourages interested students, families and groups to visit the campus and meet with a member of the recruitment and admission staff. When the university is in session, students may also meet with professors, athletic coaches, visit a class, and speak with current students. ALL tours must be scheduled and approved in advance by faxing (202) 274-6341 or mailing a tour request form. Go to the webpage www.udc.edu . Click on VISITS AND TOURS, print Request a Tour Form, complete and mail it to: University of the District of Columbia, Office of Recruitment and Admission, 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW, Building 39/Suite A12, Washington DC 20008.

How can I get in contact with a recruiter or make a request for a recruiter to visit my school, college fair, or event?

Call the Office of Recruitment and Admission at (202) 274-6333 or complete a Request for a recruiter visit form. Go to the webpage www.udc.edu. Click on VISITS AND TOURS, print Request to have a recruiter visit your school or event form, complete, Fax (202) 274-6341 or mail the request form to: University of the District of Columbia, Office of Recruitment and Admission, 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW, Building 39/Suite A12, Washington DC 20008.

Does UDC have an English as a Second Language (ESL) Program??

Yes. In order to enter the ESL program, the individual must first enroll as a UDC student. This is the case even if the student is only interested in attending UDC for the sole purpose of studying ESL. After being admitted to UDC, the student will be informed of the date in which to take the C.E.L.T. (Comprehensive English Language Test). The results of the C.E.L.T. will be given to the student. The student will then bring those results to a meeting with the ESL Coordinator, Dr. Ahmed El-Bashir. Dr. El-Bashir's office is in Building 41, Room 462-02. (The ESL Director's, Dr. H. Hailu, office is located in Building 41, Room 462-02.) His phone number is (202) 274-5556. The street address is 4200 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Van Ness Campus.

For more information, call the Department of Languages and Communication Disorders at (202) 274-7405 or go to the website.