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NewU University
Washington, DC · Private nonprofit · Less than 2-year · Under 1,000 students
At $6,500 a year, NewU University costs $12,905 less than the median District of Columbia college ($19,405).
Cheaper options in District of Columbia
| College | In-state | Out-of-state | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of the District of ColumbiaPublicHBCUWashington · Less than 2-year | $6,152 | $6,152 | Public |
| 2 | University of the Potomac-Washington DC CampusFor-profitWashington · Less than 2-year | $6,660 | $6,660 | Private for-profit |
| 3 | Strayer University-District of ColumbiaFor-profitWashington · Less than 2-year | $13,515 | $13,515 | Private for-profit |
| 4 | Strayer University-Global RegionFor-profitWashington · Less than 2-year | $13,515 | $13,515 | Private for-profit |
| 5 | Gallaudet UniversityPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $17,712 | $17,712 | Private nonprofit |
Other colleges in Washington
| College | In-state | Out-of-state | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of the District of ColumbiaPublicHBCUWashington · Less than 2-year | $6,152 | $6,152 | Public |
| 2 | University of the Potomac-Washington DC CampusFor-profitWashington · Less than 2-year | $6,660 | $6,660 | Private for-profit |
| 3 | Strayer University-District of ColumbiaFor-profitWashington · Less than 2-year | $13,515 | $13,515 | Private for-profit |
| 4 | Gallaudet UniversityPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $17,712 | $17,712 | Private nonprofit |
| 5 | Trinity Washington UniversityPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $25,610 | $25,610 | Private nonprofit |
| 6 | Howard UniversityPrivateHBCUWashington · Less than 2-year | $31,050 | $31,050 | Private nonprofit |
| 7 | American UniversityPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $53,889 | $53,889 | Private nonprofit |
| 8 | The Catholic University of AmericaPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $54,186 | $54,186 | Private nonprofit |
| 9 | George Washington UniversityPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $60,946 | $60,946 | Private nonprofit |
| 10 | Georgetown UniversityPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | $62,051 | $62,051 | Private nonprofit |
| 11 | Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of StudiesPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | — | — | Private nonprofit |
| 12 | Wesley Theological SeminaryPrivateWashington · Less than 2-year | — | — | Private nonprofit |
Questions
How much is tuition at NewU University?
Published in-state tuition and fees are $6,500 per year, according to IPEDS 2022 data. This is the sticker price — most students pay less after grants and scholarships.
Is this the price I will actually pay?
Probably not. This is the published sticker price. The average student pays less after federal grants, state aid and institutional scholarships. Use the school's net price calculator — every U.S. college is legally required to have one on its website — for an estimate based on your family's income.
Does tuition include housing and food?
No. The figures above are tuition and required fees only. Room, board, books, transportation and personal expenses are separate and often add $10,000–$20,000 a year for students living on campus.
How current is this data?
These figures come from IPEDS 2022, the U.S. Department of Education's mandatory annual survey of every college that receives federal student aid. Tuition typically rises each year, so treat this as a baseline and confirm current rates on the school's website.
Before you apply
Fill out the FAFSA. It is free and it is how you qualify for federal grants and loans. Many state and school scholarships also require it. Filing early matters — some aid runs out.
Compare the net price, not the sticker price. A $50,000 private college can end up cheaper than a $20,000 public one after aid. Never rule out a school on the published number alone.
Check accreditation. Credits from an unaccredited school usually will not transfer, and employers may not recognize the degree.