The University of the District of Columbia is a public university located in Washington, D.C. The university was founded in 1851 and offers more than 70 undergraduate and graduate programs across eight schools and colleges. The university has a student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1 and an average class size of 18 students. The university is known for its strong commitment to community service and social justice, and has been recognized as a top producer of African American graduates. The university's athletic teams, known as the Firebirds, compete in the NCAA Division II.