Washington, D.C.
Washington, DC, the U.S. capital, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. It’s defined by imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal government’s 3 branches: the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court. It's also home to iconic museums and performing-arts venues such as the Kennedy Center.
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HOUSING
Housing Tips:​
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Check Local Facebook groups​​​​​​​
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ValleyVista Apartments, Airbnb
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Rent can vary. Expect around $1000, short term leases available
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As you get further north towards Adams Morgan, it gets a little steeper
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Please avoid using Craigslist as it is not very reliable​​
Recommended Neighborhoods:​
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NoMa
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Arlington
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Petworth
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Alexandria
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Foggy Bottom
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Georgetown
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Dupont Circle
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Bethesda
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Capitol Hill
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Tenleytown
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Pentagon City
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College Park
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Adams Morgan
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Columbia Heights
PLACES TO FIND HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS
TRANSPORTATION
Modes of Transportation
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Public transportation
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Metro trains and buses​
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Walk
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Very walkable, can be hilly in some places
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Biking
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Very bike friendly, bike-shares and bike lanes around
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Driving
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Car not needed
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Transportation Specific to Washington​​​​
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Metro Card - website​
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Monthly Pass: $72-216, expect ~$170
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Per ride: under $4.50
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MARC train to Baltimore is $8 each way
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Can fly in and out of BWI, its between DC and Baltimore
MAP OF WASHINGTON, D.C.
In this map you will find specific information about housing, entertainment, transportation, and ​landmarks around the city. This map has a lot more information once expanded so be sure to check it out in depth
CONTACT & ALUMNI NETWORK
Contact
People to contact, who have lived in this city before​​
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Ellie Cassedy: cassedem@mail.uc.edu
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Katie Dyson: dysonkg@mail.uc.edu
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Amena Sheikh: sheikhaa@mail.uc.edu
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Audrey Acomb: acombae@mail.uc.edu
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Austin Michael: michaeau@mail.uc.edu