Strayer University-Virginia
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 13%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Strayer University-Virginia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 101% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 19th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Strayer University-Virginia
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $81,061 | $105,703 | +19% | #88 of 966 | #221 | $24,214 |
| Information Science/Studies | $71,167 | $87,413 | +2% | #51 of 148 | #80 | $40,250 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $67,315 | $82,304 | -11% | #259 of 459 | #349 | $37,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $52,373 | $66,108 | -13% | #577 of 796 | #723 | $41,625 |
| Business/Commerce | $55,431 | $64,016 | -6% | #151 of 271 | #224 | $43,122 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $43,405 | $53,916 | -3% | #350 of 660 | #559 | $41,562 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Strayer University-Virginia Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $700,442
- Avg rent near campus: $2,883/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 20037 (4.1% cap, Washington)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,725 | $13,725 |
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Programs & Career Paths
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Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Strayer University-Virginia's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology