Colleges in Washington DC

Apart from it being the national capital, Washington DC has a number of advantages for college students. Don't be put off by John F. Kennedy's comment that it has all the charm of the North and all the efficiency of the South. With the growth in the surrounding areas in recent decades, it is now a thriving metropolis. If the arts are what make you tick, then you'll be impressed by its rise as a national center for them. It also has some of the country's finest museums, and if that isn't what you look for in a college town, all the great protests and demonstrations are held on The Mall: easy to get to if you're already in DC. ( More )

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As the center of the federal government it's also a good place to be if you're looking for internships and placements: this is where they all are, of course. DC's greatest advantage though might be in the sheer number of colleges in the place: at least 22, with many more in the immediately surrounding areas. This makes the non-academic part of student life extremely vibrant with activities and creative and intellectual endeavors for all. College isn't just about the classrooms and the books, so it's important to think about these things.

A Little About Washington DC:

Students of Washington DC colleges have it all: great clubs and restaurants, outstanding academic resources and direct access to high paying jobs. The nation's capitol isn't just a great place to hang out and go to school; it's a hot place to get started in a career. Washington DC universities are great places to learn and gain exposure to job markets that rank among the best paid in the country. Graduates of Washington DC schools enjoy the immediate proximity of numerous companies, government agencies and international organizations competing for the best talent to carry out their missions. If you like being the heart and soul of where it's all happening, Washington DC colleges are for you.

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Dancing, music and live entertainment of the highest caliber is easy to find at Washington DC universities and around the town. Mellower pastimes include visiting the plethora of museums and galleries within walking distance of Washington DC schools. Whatever your tastes, DC has it all.

Public Schools & Universities

City Website	http://www.dc.gov
Significance	Capital of the United States
Federal District	District of Columbia (D.C.), the federal district containing the city of Washington; Federal District: a separate entity under the direct control of the federal government, not a "county", no single individual component can exercise undue influence over federal affairs.
Flower	American Beauty Rose
Area	68.3 m2, 177.0 km2
Population	553,523 (2004 est); 4,796,183 (metro area)
Area Code	202
Bird	Wood Thrush
Economy	A company town, with the primary company being, of course, the federal government.
Motto	Justitia Omnibus (Justice for All)
Municipal Corporation	February 21, 1871
Nickname	"The District"; "The Capital City"
Sister Cities	Bangkok (Thailand), Beijing (China), and Dakar (Senegal)
Song	"The Star-Spangled Banner", words by Francis Scott Key
Sport / Hockey	Washington Capitals (NHL)
Sports / Baseball	Washington Nationals (MLB)
Sports / Basketball	Washington Mystics (WNBA), Washington Wizards (NBA)
Sports / Football	Washington Redskins (NFL)
Sports / Soccer	DC United (MLS)

Locations

Arlington Chesapeake Norfolk Richmond Roanoke Virginia Beach Washingon DC