DeVry University-Virginia
Arlington, Virginia · Private For-Profit
ROI Score: 18/100 · Poor Value
Data: 2024-25 College Scorecard release
DeVry University-Virginia scores 18 (Poor Value) - a near-bottom-of-the-dataset result driven by a combination of metrics that represent serious financial risk for any student enrolling. The Scorecard reports a completion rate of exactly zero for this location, but with only 13 students enrolled that figure carries almost no statistical weight. Our own series reads 0% for 2021, 14% for 2022, 100% for 2023 and 0% again for 2024, which is what a cohort of a few students does to a percentage. Read it as a reporting artifact of a very small location rather than a graduation rate. The net price of $36,609 per year exceeds the listed tuition of $17,408, implying significant additional fees that more than double the stated cost. The Scorecard's income-based net price data shows $36,609 for the lowest income bracket and null for all others - suggesting nearly all revenue comes from Pell-eligible students. The 55.4% repayment rate (3-year) is poor. The 26.1-year payback period and $37,600 median 6-year earnings are entirely disconnected from what any for-profit in the Arlington, VA market should be producing. Most programs report zero graduates. Prospective students should ask the school directly about current enrollment, program availability, and graduation figures at this location before applying.
The data raises concerns about DeVry University-Virginia
These metrics fall below the thresholds most financial advisors recommend for a sound college investment. Review them carefully before committing.
- ROI Score18/100 - Poor Value tier (below 45). Most 4-year schools we track score 60 or higher.
- 6-year graduation rate0.0% - Well below the 64% national average (NCES, 2022). Non-completion is the fastest route to negative ROI.
- Payback period26.1 years - Most 4-year schools we track have payback periods of 4-10 years.
DeVry University-Virginia
Quick Numbers
| In-state tuition + fees | $17,408/yr |
| Out-of-state tuition + fees | $17,408/yr |
| Average net price | $36,609/yr |
| Total 4-year cost (net) | $146,436 |
| Median earnings (10yr post-entry) | $45,987 |
| Median earnings (6yr post-entry) | $37,600 |
| Median debt at graduation | $24,807 |
| Estimated monthly loan payment | $263 |
| Estimated payback period | 26.1 years |
| 6-year graduation rate | 0.0% |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 13 |
Data as of 2024-2025. Source: College Scorecard API (U.S. Department of Education).
The Full Financial Picture
The first number you'll see is the sticker price: $17,408/year. Here's the part that matters - almost nobody pays that. After grants, scholarships, and aid, the average student here pays a net price of $36,609/year, or roughly $146,436 over four years. That's the number to plan around.
What you actually pay depends a lot on what your family earns. Families making under $30,000/year pay an average of $36,609/year here, while families earning over $110,000 pay N/A/year.
Most students borrow to get here. The median graduate leaves owing $24,807 in federal loans, which works out to about $263 a month on the standard 10-year repayment plan. Hold that up against the $45,987 the typical graduate earns ten years out: the debt-to-earnings ratio comes to 0.66, within the range advisors call workable but worth keeping an eye on.
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships, by income bracket.
| Family Income | Avg Net Price/Year |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $36,609 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | N/A |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | N/A |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | N/A |
| $110,001+ | N/A |
Cost by Income Bracket Explained
Lower-income families (under $30K)
The Scorecard reports $36,609 net price for the lowest income bracket - the only income bracket with data. This means low-income students, who are the primary enrollment pool at 52% Pell rate, are paying more than twice the listed tuition in total costs. At a 0% completion rate and 26.1-year payback period, this institution offers an extremely poor financial outcome for any student - but the risk is greatest for low-income borrowers who have the least capacity to absorb non-completion with debt. Low-income students in the Arlington/DC area have vastly better options at Northern Virginia Community College ($5,000 annual tuition) and George Mason University.
Middle-income families ($30K-$110K)
The Scorecard does not report net price data for middle-income brackets at this location. Given 13 enrolled students and a predominantly Pell-eligible population, middle-income students are not a significant cohort here. The institutional metrics - 0% completion, 26.1-year payback, 55.4% repayment rate - are uniformly poor and do not support enrollment for any income bracket.
Higher-income families ($110K+)
The Scorecard does not report net price data for higher income brackets. The school's profile is not relevant to higher-income students, who have access to a wide range of higher-quality options in the Northern Virginia and DC metro market. The DeVry Virginia location's Scorecard data is primarily a warning profile rather than an enrollment recommendation.
Earnings by Major
Top 10 most popular majors at DeVry University-Virginia with available earnings data.
| Major | Median Earnings | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management, and Operations | $68,231 | D |
| Computer Systems Analysis | $71,675 | D |
| Business Administration and Management | $68,126 | D |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $52,470 | F |
| Computer Engineering | $86,645 | - |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $83,322 | D |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | $73,884 | D |
| Accounting | $66,596 | F |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $79,501 | F |
| Communication and Media Studies | $51,752 | F |
Earnings reflect median 4-year post-completion (or 1-year where 4-year unavailable). Grades based on debt-to-earnings ratio.
Program Analysis
Why these programs deliver their earnings outcomes.
Business Administration, Management, and Operations
Business Administration (7 graduates across the broader DeVry system mapped to this location) earns $55,102 year-one and $68,231 year-four with a D ROI grade (debt-to-earnings 0.849). Median debt of $46,797 is very high relative to year-one earnings. Graduates carry nearly 85% of a full year's salary in student debt. In the Arlington, VA market - where business salaries are higher than the national median - these outcomes are poor relative to what comparable credentials earn at Northern Virginia Community College or George Mason at a fraction of the cost.
Accounting
Accounting (zero reported graduates) earns $54,264 year-one and $66,596 year-four with an F ROI grade (debt-to-earnings 1.002). Median debt of $54,380 equals almost exactly one full year's earnings - graduates start their careers already owing more than a full year's salary. The F grade is appropriate. Accounting credentials at this cost and debt load, in a market with community college and state university alternatives, is not a financially defensible choice.
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Health and Medical Administrative Services (1 reported graduate) earns $43,316 year-one and $52,470 year-four with an F ROI grade (debt-to-earnings 1.263). Median debt of $54,705 against $43,316 year-one earnings means graduates owe more than one year's salary and are earning below the DC metro area median even in healthcare administration. This outcome is poor on both absolute and relative terms for the Northern Virginia labor market.
How Graduates Do
Earnings
Loan Repayment
| Metric | This School | Nat'l Avg |
|---|---|---|
| 1-year repayment | 44.4% | 52.0% |
| 3-year repayment | 55.4% | 62.0% |
| 5-year repayment | 41.5% | 68.0% |
| 7-year repayment | 47.9% | 72.0% |
Completion Rate
Trends Over Time
How DeVry University-Virginia’s cost and outcomes have moved across College Scorecard releases (2013-2024).
Average Net Price
Completion Rate
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry (as reported)
Earnings reflect borrowers measured 10 years after entry and publish on an irregular cadence with a multi-year reporting lag, so this series shows only the years the Department of Education reported - the data is never interpolated.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, release years shown. Net price and completion are reported annually.
Admissions Snapshot
| Enrollment | 13 |
| Pell Grant recipients | 52.0% |
| Avg faculty salary (monthly) | $8,875 |
The Scorecard does not report an admission rate for DeVry Virginia, which is consistent with open enrollment at this for-profit location. Net price of $36,609 is the only income bracket reported - all others are null - and this figure exceeds the listed tuition of $17,408. This anomaly suggests that the total cost of attendance (including fees, materials, and other charges not captured in the tuition line) is substantially higher than the headline tuition figure. Prospective students should obtain a direct cost breakdown before enrolling.
Compared to Similar Schools
Peer institutions matched by type, size, and selectivity.
DeVry Virginia's Scorecard peer group includes Strayer University-Virginia, South University Richmond, and other DeVry locations in New Jersey and Florida. Among for-profit institutions in this market, Strayer University-Virginia and ECPI University serve similar adult learner populations with somewhat better completion and repayment data. The Washington DC metro area is one of the most education-rich markets in the country, with NOVA Community College, George Mason, Marymount, Catholic University, and American University providing alternatives across a wide price range. DeVry Virginia's profile at 18 ROI score is among the weakest in this dataset.
| School | ROI | Net Price | 10yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Virginia (this school) | 18 | $36,609 | $45,987 |
| DeVry University-Ohio | 23 | $25,001 | $45,987 |
| Johnson & Wales University-Online | 21 | $20,252 | $43,418 |
| DeVry University-Florida | 21 | $29,477 | $45,987 |
| DeVry University-Georgia | 20 | $28,229 | $45,987 |
| Herzing University-Minneapolis | 16 | $16,670 | $36,909 |
Who Thrives Here
DeVry Virginia's Scorecard profile shows 13 enrolled students and a 52% Pell rate. The Scorecard does not report admission rate or test score data for this location. The reported zero completions reflect the location's very small cohort rather than a graduation rate, so the Scorecard supports little student-fit characterization either way. The Arlington, VA location targets adult working learners who may be attracted by the school's proximity to the Washington DC metro technology and defense workforce. However, at 13 enrolled students this is a very small location, and prospective students should confirm which programs are actually running.
The Verdict: The Numbers Don't Add Up
We'll be straight with you: the numbers at DeVry University-Virginia are a real concern. With a net cost of $36,609 per year and the typical graduate earning only $45,987 ten years out, the estimated payback period exceeds 26.1 years. For most students, the financial return does not justify the cost - go in with your eyes open.
What to keep an eye on: weak earnings relative to cost, its 0.0% graduation rate, high debt relative to what graduates earn, concerning loan repayment rates, a long payback period.
Median debt of $24,807 against $45,987 in earnings is reasonable, though your major matters a lot here. Graduates in higher-earning fields will see the better end of this.
DeVry University-Virginia: Common Questions
Is DeVry University-Virginia worth it?
In our view, the numbers are a real concern - for most students the financial return does not justify the cost. DeVry University-Virginia scores 18/100 on our ROI scale. At $36,609 a year after aid against $45,987 in typical earnings ten years out, the estimated payback period exceeds 26.1 years.
How much does DeVry University-Virginia cost after financial aid?
The average net price - what students actually pay after grants and scholarships - is about $36,609 a year, or roughly $146,436 over four years. That is the number to plan around, not the sticker price. Actual cost varies by family income, per the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
What do DeVry University-Virginia graduates earn?
The typical graduate earns about $45,987 ten years after enrolling, roughly $4,187 a year more than the median high-school graduate ($41,800, per NCES, 2022). That earnings gap is what has to cover the cost of the degree.
How long does it take to pay off DeVry University-Virginia?
We estimate the payback period - the time it takes for the earnings bump over a high-school graduate to cover what you spent - at about 26.1 years for DeVry University-Virginia. Most four-year schools we track land between 4 and 10 years.
How much debt do DeVry University-Virginia graduates take on?
Median debt at graduation is about $24,807, against $45,987 in typical earnings a decade out. That is reasonable, though your major matters: higher-earning fields will see the better end of it.
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Data: College Scorecard API (U.S. Department of Education)
Vintage: 2024-2025 · Last updated: 2026-03-25
Earnings reflect median outcomes for all federal financial aid recipients. Individual results vary by major, effort, and career path.