George Washington University
- 4 Year
- WASHINGTON, DC
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George Washington University
- 4 Year
- WASHINGTON, DC
- Rating 3.64 out of 5 2,157 reviews
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Valuegrade A
- Diversitygrade A+
- Campusgrade B+
- Athleticsgrade B+
- Party Scenegrade A
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade A+
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade A
- Safetygrade B minus
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About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
George Washington University Rankings
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GW Admissions
Acceptance Rate
43%
Application Deadline
January 5
SAT Range
1270-1450
ACT Range
30-33
Application Fee
$80
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Recommended
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$40,308 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$34,178 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
72%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
6:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
72%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 113 responses59%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 133 responses51%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 132 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- International Relations538 Graduates
- Political Science and Government311 Graduates
- Nursing303 Graduates
- Medical Laboratory Technician238 Graduates
- Economics176 Graduates
- Finance153 Graduates
- Research and Experimental Psychology138 Graduates
- International Business132 Graduates
- Biology94 Graduates
- Marketing82 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
6
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
1
Online Associates Programs
1
Online Bachelor's Programs
4
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
10,141 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,622
Undergrads Over 25
12%
Pell Grant
14%
Varsity Athletes
4%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
97%
Poll
50%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 167 responsesPoll
65%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 205 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$69,600 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
85%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%89%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 82 responsesSimilar Colleges
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George Washington University Reviews
Rating 3.64 out of 5 2,157 reviews
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I only attended GW for my final year of grad school (and entirely online because of COVID), but I absolutely loved all of the professors, students, and content that I came into contact with through the university. GWU was actually a very close second in my choices for undergrad, and I sometimes still wish I had chosen GW. The location is ideal for many majors and the city environment can be especially fruitful for those seeking to adapt to or continue to enjoy the more vibrant city life (as opposed to more rural campuses). The international and political exposure are particularly exceptional here. Overall, I’m very proud to have graduated from this wonderful institution. I think their excellent Student Success Services staff and generous financial aid alone show an impressive commitment to their students. Raise High!
We have the BEST professors ever. Even in introductory classes like World History or Anthropology, my professors worked for the state department, were conducting extremely impactful research, had written countless novels, etc. They genuinely care about their students and they WILL help you get jobs and make connections if you put in the effort to meet them half way. The location is an obvious plus that I don’t really need to elaborate on. For IA, this is one of the best schools. Personally, I got into a few higher-ranked schools than GW (mainly, I was looking to attend Boston College), but GW gave me an extremely generous financial package. Not only do they meet almost all need-based aid, but they give an insane amount of merit aid! I actually love the independence that this school offers and while I do admit that having a bit more school spirit/sports atmosphere might be nice, making friends is still very easy through clubs and we show spirit in other ways like protests. Raise high!
I have enjoyed my time on the George Washington University campus immensely. The world-class education that is offered in a city like Washington D.C. is unmatched and the facilities alike are top tier. I couldn't imagine a better place to spend my college years surrounded by excellence and history. The proximity to the national monuments makes being a student at GW an especially unique experience. But also the professors and speakers that the university is able to attract due to its name recognition and location are also unmatched. Being a business major, I feel as though upon graduation I will have not only many job placement opportunities but some of the best experiences and connections to put me in the very best position to enter the workforce at the highest levels. Being surrounded by brilliance truly does rub off on a person, and at GW that just comes with the territory, between the state-of-the-art professorial staff and and the amazing student body, GW is where it is at!