University of the Potomac Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)

Last updated: June 29, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is a private for-profit university in Washington, District of Columbia, enrolling about 809 students. University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $6,660 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $34,961 among students who received federal aid.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,660
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $18,868 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 809 100.0% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.33%
  • Carnegie Classification: Tribal Colleges and Universities
  • First-Generation Students: 48.3%
  • Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,381
  • Room & Board: $11,360 annual estimate

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus: what the data shows

Common questions about University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus?

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is located in Washington, DC (ZIP 20005).

NCES locale classification: City.

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus public or private?

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is a Private For-profit institution.

How much does University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus cost?

Published tuition: $6,660.

Average net price after aid: $18,868.

Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $26,640.

How big is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus?

Total enrollment: 809 students.

Undergraduate enrollment: 1,381 students.

Graduate enrollment: 432 students.

About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.

What is the graduation rate at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus?

150%-time completion rate: 33.33%.

First-year retention: 80.0%.

What do graduates of University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus earn?

Median earnings: $38,444 six years after entry; $34,961 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,769.

24.44% of students receive Pell grants.

What is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 33.33%; median earnings $34,961 at 10 years; net price $18,868. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition Costs

$6,660
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus was $6,660.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$18,868
2024 Value

In 2024 University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,868.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$75,472 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$18,868 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$26,640 4-Year Tuition

$11,360 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)

$500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)

$18,520 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)

$74,080 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)

4-year total cost breakdown for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus.

Financial Aid by Income Level

24.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

9.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus was 0.00%.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Tuition tracker

Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013$13,434$13,434$19,197
2014$13,434$13,434$21,688
2015$13,884$13,884$19,407
2016$13,884$13,884$21,390
2017$13,884$13,884$20,829
2018$15,984$15,984$27,063
2019$9,990$9,990$28,402
2020$6,660$6,660$23,421
2021$6,660$6,660$17,867
2022$6,660$6,660$17,719
2023$6,660$6,660$18,868

Sticker tuition and net price over time

Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.

College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).

Net price by family income

Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).

Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.

Acceptance Rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment & Student Demographics

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus reported total enrollment of about 809 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Asian (49.3%), Black or African American (42.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (2.6%). About 24.44% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.3% of students are first-generation college students.

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

100.0% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus in 2024 is 809 students.

Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,381 students. Graduate enrollment is about 432 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

80.0%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Asian at 49.3%.

Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).

College Scorecard student demographics.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

9.09% 100% Completion Time

33.33% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 9.09% of students graduating from University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

Completions by Sex (Top Programs)

  • Management Information Systems, General: 72% male / 28% female
  • Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 69% male / 31% female
  • Business Administration and Management, General: 64% male / 36% female

IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).

Completions by Race & Ethnicity

Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Asian.

Summed across program completion records in our extract.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus.

Return on Investment

$8,769 Median Student Debt

$34,961 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

25.08% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

363.23% Return on Investment

2.5 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus.

Top Programs by Completions

10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 11 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).

1. Management Information Systems, General: 18 completions

2. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 16 completions

3. Business Administration and Management, General: 14 completions

4. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 10 completions

5. Project Management: 10 completions

6. International Business/Trade/Commerce: 8 completions

7. Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism: 4 completions

8. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other: 4 completions

9. Accounting: 3 completions

Most popular programs at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus graduates.

Operations

Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).

Instructional Resources

  • Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $3,125
  • Instructional expenditure per FTE: $1,510

Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.

Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.

About

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is a private for-profit institution located in Washington, DC, classified as Tribal Colleges and Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Management Information Systems, General, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 809 students. Student body composition includes Asian (49.3%), Black or African American (42.4%), Hispanic or Latino (2.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 33.33%. Approximately 24.44% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.3% of students are first-generation college students.

Institution Type

Private For-profit

Carnegie Classification: Tribal Colleges and Universities

Location

Washington, DC 20005

Region: Mid East

Insights and Analysis

Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.33% graduation rate at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus located?

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is located in Washington, DC.

How much does University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus cost?

Reported tuition is $6,660 and average net price is $18,868 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,360 annually.

What is the student body demographics at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus?

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,381 students, Asian (49.3%), Black or African American (42.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.

How many first-generation students attend University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus?

About 48.3% of students at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus are first-generation college students.

What do graduates of University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus earn?

Median earnings are $38,444 six years after entry and $34,961 ten years after entry.

What is the graduation rate at University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus?

The 150%-time completion rate is 33.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

How much debt do University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,769.

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus public or private?

University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is a private for-profit institution located in Washington, DC.

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus an HBCU?

No. University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus a tribal college?

No. University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus does not meet that proxy (reported share 2.6%).

Is University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus religiously affiliated?

No religious affiliation is reported for University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus in IPEDS institutional characteristics.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • Washington, District of Columbia city profile
  • Mid East regional profile
  • All state profiles
  • Regional profiles
  • National benchmarks
  • School directory
  • All schools in District of Columbia

    • Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

    Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

    Methodology

    Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

    All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.