Medical Scientists in District of Columbia

Medical Scientists: High-Impact Research with Strong Earning Potential and Growth

National Median: $100,890 | Job Growth: 10% | District of Columbia Colleges: 50

Medical Scientists Salary Progression

Entry Level: $65,000
Mid-Career: $100,890
Senior Level: $150,000
Top 10%: $180,000

Colleges in District of Columbia

College	Type	Tuition	Median Earnings
Arizona State University - Washington D.C.	Public	—	$62,668
American University	Private Nonprofit	$58,771	$77,370
The Catholic University of America	Private Nonprofit	$58,378	$73,250
University of the District of Columbia	Public	$5,662	$44,236
Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies	Private Nonprofit	—	—
Gallaudet University	Private Nonprofit	$19,654	$43,101
George Washington University	Private Nonprofit	$67,710	$90,873
Georgetown University	Private Nonprofit	$68,017	$103,494
Howard University	Private Nonprofit	$35,810	$63,066
Strayer University-District of Columbia	Private For-Profit	$13,920	$40,092
National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts	Private Nonprofit	$11,600	—
Trinity Washington University	Private Nonprofit	$26,610	$53,804
Wesley Theological Seminary	Private Nonprofit	—	—
University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus	Private For-Profit	$6,660	$34,961
Career Technical Institute	Private For-Profit	—	$30,227
Bennett Career Institute	Private For-Profit	—	$22,568
Institute of World Politics	Private Nonprofit	—	—
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family	Private Nonprofit	—	—
The Chicago School at Washington DC	Private Nonprofit	—	$56,899
Strayer University-Global Region	Private For-Profit	$13,920	$40,092
Relay Graduate School of Education - Washington D.C	Private Nonprofit	—	—
Saint Michael College of Allied Health	Private For-Profit	$19,405	—
The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC	Private For-Profit	—	$20,809
NewU University	Private Nonprofit	$16,500	—
Windsor University	Private For-Profit	$3,535	—
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Education Paths in District of Columbia

Bachelor's in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, etc. — 4 years, typical cost: $40,000-$200,000
Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Relevant Science Field — 4-7 years, typical cost: Often funded/stipend provided
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Specialized Research Area — 2-5 years, typical cost: Stipend provided

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for Medical Scientists in District of Columbia?

The national median salary for Medical Scientists is $100,890. State-specific data may vary.

How many Medical Scientists jobs are in District of Columbia?

Nationally, there are 136,620 Medical Scientists positions.

What colleges in District of Columbia prepare you for a Medical Scientists career?

There are 50 colleges in District of Columbia that can prepare you for this career. Explore each to see relevant programs.

Analysis based on U.S. Department of Education data. Not enrollment advice. Verify information with the institution directly.