We are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive campus culture that intentionally values all students’ personal, intellectual and academic growth. Diversity enriches our university community and is instrumental to our institutional success and fulfilling the university’s mission. We will continually strive to work together to address future challenges in a way that removes barriers to success and promotes a culture of inclusivity, compassion and mutual respect.
Hop on the Metro and within minutes you can be touring the White House, kayaking on the Potomac, attending an opening night performance at the Source or exploring the beauty of nature in Rock Creek Park. Washington, DC may be the capital of the United States, but it is also home to the world’s embassies, languages and cuisines; the headquarters of major think tanks, NGOs and non-profits; the heart of American politics and a rich source of inspiration to writers, film-makers, musicians and artists of every genre.
A city of neighborhoods, each with its own history and traditions, there’s always something to do, to see, to try in Washington, DC. That’s extra-credit enrichment you can’t find anywhere else.
The only public university in the nation’s capital and the only urban land-grant university in the United States, The University of the District of Columbia is committed to a broad mission of education, research and community service. Established by abolitionist Myrtilla Miner in 1851, the university offers Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral Degrees, and a host of workplace development services designed to create opportunities for student success. The university is comprised of a Community College, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, School of Business and Public Administration, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences and the David A. Clarke School of Law.
Embracing its essence as a public historically Black urban-focused land-grant university in the nation’s capital, UDC is dedicated to serving the needs of the community of the District of Columbia and producing lifelong learners who are transformative leaders in the workforce, government, nonprofit sectors and beyond.
With our student-focused campus mission and support resources, we are confident that you'll find a home here at UDC, and we would love to show you around our beautiful campuses and all that they have to offer!
UDC co-hosted the 2025 HBCU Title III Conference, leading sessions on innovation, equity and tech in education, showcasing its national impact and leadership.
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