Best Architecture Schools in Washington DC

Washington DC has 2 colleges offering Architecture programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 44 recent graduates. Graduates earn $43,827 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $44,559.

2
Schools in DC
$43,827
DC Avg. Earnings
$44,559
National Avg.
100
Schools Nationally

Architecture Schools in Washington DC, Ranked by Earnings

#1
The Catholic University of America logo

The Catholic University of America

Washington, DC · Private

$42,682
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $46,662
Graduates: 44
Acceptance: 83.8%
#2
Howard University logo

Howard University

Washington, DC · Private

$44,971
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 34.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Architecture in Washington DC?
The Catholic University of America ranks #1 for Architecture in Washington DC with median graduate earnings of $42,682 within two years of graduation. There are 2 schools offering Architecture programs in the state.
How much do Architecture graduates earn in Washington DC?
Architecture graduates in Washington DC earn an average of $43,827 within two years of graduation. This is 2% below the national average of $44,559 for this major.
What is the hardest Architecture school to get into in Washington DC?
Howard University is the most selective Architecture program in Washington DC with an acceptance rate of 34.9%. The average acceptance rate across Architecture programs in the state is 59.4%.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.