Strayer University-Virginia is a private for-profit 4-year college in Arlington, Virginia with 1,668 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $17,213 a year after grants and graduates 21% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Strayer University-Virginia acceptance rate and admissions
Strayer University-Virginia has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Strayer University-Virginia tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $13,920 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $25,158 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,213 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $17,213 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,945 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Strayer University-Virginia graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 21% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $44,016 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $39,188 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 89% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Strayer University-Virginia majors and what graduates earn
Strayer University-Virginia awarded bachelor's degrees in 6 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from information science ($87,413).
All 6 majors at Strayer University-Virginia
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information science | 6 | $71,874 | $87,413 | $49,328 |
| Computer and information sciences | 99 | $66,911 | $82,304 | $34,872 |
| Accounting | 16 | $56,862 | $66,108 | $37,594 |
| Business | 292 | $56,302 | $64,016 | $42,374 |
| Criminal justice | 40 | $49,345 | $53,916 | $45,000 |
| Business administration | 2 | $58,645 | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Strayer University-Virginia
8 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 8 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 58 | $72,679 | $58,211 |
| Information science | Master's | 23 | $86,636 | $46,137 |
| Human resources | Master's | 15 | $60,898 | $64,543 |
| Health administration | Master's | 13 | $54,639 | $53,266 |
| Accounting | Master's | 10 | $65,736 | $54,416 |
| Public administration | Master's | 8 | $57,238 | $56,623 |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 6 | $98,320 | $50,796 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 6 | $52,012 | $48,426 |
Students and location
- 1,668 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 69% women, 32% men
- 47 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Strayer University-Virginia?
No. Strayer University-Virginia has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Strayer University-Virginia cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $13,920. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $17,213 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Strayer University-Virginia?
21% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Strayer University-Virginia graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $44,016 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.