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.
The Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership prepares students to lead nonprofit organizations. In specific, the program also provides current entry-level nonprofit professionals with the knowledge and skills required to advance their careers. Students who complete all certificate requirements are also eligible to apply for the Certified Nonprofit Professional credential. The Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential is the only national credential that combines critical skills and knowledge, practical experience, and a national perspective.
In-State Tuition: $5,056
Out of State Tuition: $10,608
Credits: 16
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Professional Science Master in Water Resources Management
As managing our freshwater resources is critical for an aquatic ecosystem and human well-being in sustainable socioeconomic development, the demand for water professionals continues to grow. The PSM in Water Resources Management program is an interdisciplinary and practical graduate program that prepares graduates to develop or advance their careers in water resources and environmental sustainability management.
In-State Tuition: $17,500
Out of State Tuition: $33,670
Credits: 35
Completion: 18 months
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Professional Science Master in Urban Sustainability
As cities are becoming home for large percentages of the global population, finding ways to build sustainable and resilient urban communities and organizations is crucial. The Urban Sustainability program prepares students for a wide range of sustainability careers and rapid advancement in business, government, and nonprofit organizations, by offering hands-on experience in sustainable project design, implementation, maintenance, and assessment.
In-State Tuition: $17,500
Out of State Tuition: $33,670
Credits: 35
Completion: 18 months
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The PSM in Urban Agriculture program is an innovative graduate program that trains students to connect the dots between locally grown food, climate change, nutritional health, and economic empowerment, while making urban farming a successful and sustainable business.
In-State Tuition: $17,500
Out of State Tuition: $33,670
Credits: 35
Completion: 18 months
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The Master of Science program in Speech-Language Pathology promotes innovation in scholarship and service. That innovation fosters excellence in evidence-based clinical knowledge and produces effective, engaged practitioners who are compassionate and culturally competent to serve the communication needs of a diverse and global community.
In-State Tuition: $28,500
Out of State Tuition: $54,834
Credits: 57
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The mission of the Master of Nutrition program is to ensure students are well-positioned to promote healthier food choices, develop educational programs which promote healthy lifestyles, design and implement dietary strategies and nutritional therapy, and ensure the nation’s food supply remains safe and sustainable.
In-State Tuition: $17,500
Out of State Tuition: $33,670
Credits: 35
Completion: 24 months
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The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) offers world-class higher education in a highly interactive and interdisciplinary learning environment. We prepare students to seek highly lucrative and exciting careers in national laboratories, federal organizations, and advanced industries.
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Homeland security is a swiftly evolving field, with constantly emerging areas of concern and new technologies. UDC’s location in Washington, DC, gives students exclusive opportunities to learn from the thinkers and policy-makers shaping the nation’s homeland security strategies. Students will learn from active practitioners who provide unique, real-time insight into the field of homeland security and serve as mentors to students seeking employment.
In-State Tuition: $20,000
Out of State Tuition: $38,480
Credits: 40
Completion: 24 months
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The CSIT Department has a graduate program in computer science which leads to the Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) degree. The program is offered at the University of the District of Columbia's Van Ness (main) campus. The MSCS program is tailored to meet the needs of traditional domestic and international students as well as working professionals in the greater Washington DC area. The program emphasizes a practitioner-oriented curriculum which includes advanced algorithms, network security, artificial intelligence, computer graphics, image processing, software systems, and database.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $28,860
Credits: 30
Completion: 24 months
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Letter of Recommendation: 2
Essay Required: No
Test Required: GRE Required
The School Counseling Specialization is nationally accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). It prepares school counselors who will meet the certification requirements of the District of Columbia Public School System and surrounding states. Students entering the school counseling specialization are expected to complete field experience requirements in early childhood, elementary, middle, or high schools.
In-State Tuition: $30,000
Out of State Tuition: $57,720
Credits: 60
Completion: 24 months
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The clinical mental health concentration is designed to prepare students for state licensure as a licensed professional counselor and as a national certified counselor. Students who complete the clinical mental health counseling concentration are competitive applicants for careers in community agencies and government entities, and can pursue state licensure as mental health practitioners.
In-State Tuition: $30,000
Out of State Tuition: $57,720
Credits: 60
Completion: 24 months
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The civil engineering master’s degree curriculum also helps prepares students for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam to become a licensed Professional Engineer.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $28,860
Credits: 30
Completion: 24 months
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The civil engineering master’s degree curriculum also helps prepares students for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam to become a licensed Professional Engineer.
In-State Tuition: $15,000
Out of State Tuition: $28,860
Credits: 30
Completion: 24 months
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The University of the District of Columbia, in partnership with the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center (LCCC) at Georgetown University, offers a unique Master’s Degree Program in Biology, where students can apply their aptitude in science toward changing the healthcare disparities that challenge the Washington D.C. community. The program is jointly administered and taught by UDC and LCCC faculty, and enables students to benefit from UDC’s focus on community behavior and outreach and Georgetown’s research capacity. By learning from active faculty researchers and taking advantage of opportunities to engage with the community, students can make a difference in addressing health disparities and contribute to cutting edge research. The program was launch by grant funding from the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health. Since tits inception, several grants have been award to the program and many of its students have acquired doctorate degrees or advancements in their careers.
In-State Tuition: $18,000
Out of State Tuition: $34,632
Credits: 36
Completion: 24 months
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There’s employment, and then there’s leadership. Beyond that, there’s leadership that effects real change. That’s where the University of the District of Columbia’s MBA program resides. We blend a core of business fundamentals with an emphasis on sustainability, entrepreneurship and globalization, creating a corps of leaders ready to change the world.
In-State Tuition: $24,000
Out of State Tuition: $46,176
Credits: 48
Completion: 24 months
GPA: 2.5
Letter of Recommendation: 2
Essay Required: Yes
Test Required: GMAT Required
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.
Vision
All students will achieve their highest levels of human potential.
Tuition $5,056
Degree Certificate
Modality On-campus