by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 2 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Engineering Schools in District of Columbia ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 630 degrees in engineering to qualified students.
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If you aren't interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the engineering degrees they offer, see the list below.
It's difficult to beat George Washington University if you wish to pursue a degree in engineering. Located in the large city of Washington, GWU is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population.
Those engineering students who get their degree from George Washington University make $18,912 more than the typical engineering grad.
More information about a degree in engineering from George Washington University
Every student pursuing a degree in engineering needs to take a look at Catholic University of America. CUA is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Washington.
After graduating, engineering degree recipients generally make an average of $76,870 in the first five years of their career.
More information about a degree in engineering from Catholic University of AmericaExplore all the Best Engineering Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 38 | 4,563 |
| Pennsylvania | 38 | 9,981 |
| New York | 38 | 12,538 |
| Maryland | 37 | 4,392 |
| Delaware | 33 | 580 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 159 |
| Systems Engineering | 138 |
| Electrical Engineering | 111 |
| Civil Engineering | 93 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 83 |
| Chemical Engineering | 23 |
| Computer Engineering | 21 |
| General Engineering | 1 |
| Environmental Engineering | 1 |
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