A semester in D.C. for about the same cost as a semester in Bloomington
The cost of a semester in the Washington Leadership Program (WLP) is approximately the same as a semester in Bloomington. Although living in Washington, D.C., is generally more expensive than living in Bloomington, your primary costs of tuition and housing will be comparable.
| Resident | Non-resident | |||
| Bloomington, Ind. | Washington, D.C. | Bloomington, Ind. | Washington, D.C. | |
| Tuition & Fees | $6,071 | $6,071 | $21,351 | $21,351 |
| Room & Board | $7,199 | $7,500 ($3,000 rent + $3,500 food) | $7,199 | $7,500 ($3,000 rent + $3,500 food) |
| Books & Supplies | $660 | $50 | $660 | $50 |
| Transportation | $142 | $500 ($100 taxi + $400 air) | $1,053 | $500 ($100 taxi + $400 air) |
| Personal | Individually based | Individually based | Individually based | Individually based |
| Total Cost of Semester | $14,072 | $14,121 | $30,263 | $29,401 |
Please note that the figures above represent a full semester’s tuition based on Fall 2026 rates. WLP transportation and food costs are estimated, and housing costs are subject to change.