Best Online Technology Programs in Washington, DC (2026)

Washington, District of Columbia has a population of about 672,079. The city’s median household income is $106,287 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 63.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited technology programs within 100 miles of Washington, with tuition ranging from $13,920 to $80,727 per year. In the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area, the top-earning technology-related role is Computer and Information Systems Manager at a median $191,880 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).

Closest Technology Schools to Washington

The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer technology programs. Distances are calculated from Washington city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all District of Columbia schools on the District of Columbia technology page.

Technology Wages Near Washington

Washington is part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area (BLS area code 47900). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to District of Columbia statewide.

Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Washington at a Glance

Other Washington-Area Cities With Technology Programs

• Alexandria, VA – 7.0 mi away (155,810 pop)
• College Park, MD – 7.7 mi away (32,275 pop)
• Greenbelt, MD – 9.3 mi away (23,909 pop)
• Rockville, MD – 14.4 mi away (66,940 pop)
• Bowie, MD – 15.2 mi away (58,393 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited technology programs are near Washington, DC?

Our directory lists 5 technology programs within 100 miles of Washington. The closest is George Washington University in Washington, DC (0.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Career Technical Institute (1.3 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying technology roles near Washington?

Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying technology-related roles near Washington are: Computer and Information Systems Manager ($191,880), Computer Network Architect ($163,570), Software Developer ($150,880). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with District of Columbia statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.

Should I look at programs in Alexandria instead of Washington?

Alexandria, VA is 7.0 miles from Washington and has its own set of local technology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Washington an affordable place to study technology?

Washington’s median household income of $106,287 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Washington while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and District of Columbia public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

Related Resources

• Online Technology Programs in District of Columbia
• Main Technology Degree Guide
• Technology Programs by State