D I S C O V E R W H A T H A P P E N S

O N L Y A T

WHAT WE MAKE IS HISTORY.S I N C E 1 8 2 1

The George Washington University sits in the heart of the nation’s capital, where the worlds

of politics, science, business, engineering, media, and the arts converge. Our students have

unparalleled opportunities to study and work alongside leaders in every discipline. Our vast

network of internships, research, service, partners, and alumni make coming here life- and

world-changing. Every day, our students experience moments that happen only at GW.

Class of 2023A D M I T R AT E

41%

A P P L I C AT I O N S

27,071 applications11,019 admitted2,609 enrolled

R A N G E S F O R A D M I T T E D S T U D E N T S

*Although GW is a test-optional university, average scores are shown below for test submitters.

1300—1440

middle 50%SAT 29—32middle 50%ACT

OutcomesGraduating Classes of 2014-2018

5858+19+11+12 • 60% Employed

• 20% In Graduate School

•8% Other Activity

• 12% Seeking Employment

Explore outcomes for your major at go.gwu.edu/outcomes.

FactsL O C AT I O N

WASHINGTON, D.C.T Y P E

Mid-Sized, Private, Research University

F O U N D E D

1821E N R O L L M E N T

Nearly 11,000 Undergraduate Students

U N D E R G R A D U AT E P O P U L AT I O N T H AT I S I N T E R N AT I O N A L

12%

C U LT U R A L , E T H N I C , A N D I N T E R N AT I O N A L S T U D E N T O R G A N I Z AT I O N S

75

S T U D E N T O R G A N I Z AT I O N S

475+% O F U N D E R G R A D U AT E S T U D E N T S W H O I N T E R N

70%

S T U D E N T-T O - FA C U LT Y

13:1

F U L L-T I M E FA C U LT Y W I T H H I G H E S T D E G R E E I N T H E I R F I E L D

94%

A V E R A G E C L A S S S I Z E

29

U N D E R G R A D U AT E R E S E A R C H A N D F E L L O W S H I P O P P O R T U N I T I E S

230+

V A R S I T Y S P O R T S T E A M S

27

S T U DY A B R O A D P R O G R A M S I N 5 0 C O U N T R I E S

300+

+19+11+12+W |

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Two D.C. CampusesGW maintains two fully integrated campuses in Washington, D.C. A free shuttle transports students regularly between our Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses, which are only 3 miles apart.

Our Foggy Bottom campus is 20+ city blocks in the heart of D.C. with residence halls and many academic buildings. Blocks from the White House and the National Mall, you’ll find an array of academic, professional, and social opportunities that are unmatched elsewhere.

Our Mount Vernon campus is 25 acres in the historic Berkley neighborhood of northwest D.C. With residence halls, classroom space, a library, and athletic fields and facilities, this beautiful campus offers a quieter space for academic exploration.

With Great Proximity Comes Great Possibility.

D.C. is home to...

More non-governmental organizations, nonprofits,and think tanks per capita than any other U.S. city

O V E R800M I L E S

of outdoor trails

O V E R7,400A C R E S

of outdoor green spaces

&

69M U S E U M S

(including 17 Smithsonian Museums)

DOZENSof theaters, clubs, and

concert halls within a short distance to campus

professional sports teams

90,000GW alumni

And more...

Headquartered in D.C.:American Red Cross

Amtrak

Children’s National Medical Center

Danaher+

Delegation of E.U. to the U.S.

Fannie Mae+

Folger Shakespeare Library

Goodwill Industries International, Inc.

International Monetary Fund

Library of Congress

National Archives and Records Administration

National Endowment for the Arts

National Geographic

National Institutes of Health

National Security Agency

National Science Foundation

National Transportation Safety Board

NPR

Smithsonian Institution

U.S. Department of Defense

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Vox Media

World Bank

Headquartered nearby:AES Corporation+ (Arlington)

Booz Allen Hamilton+ (McLean)

Capital One Financial+ (McLean)

Freddie Mac+ (McLean)

General Dynamics+ (Falls Church)

Hilton Worldwide+ (McLean)

Leidos Holdings+ (Reston)

Lockheed Martin+ (Bethesda)

Marriott International+ (Bethesda)

Northrop Grumman+ (Falls Church)

Salvation Army (Alexandria)

+ Fortune 500

ph&fax ph&fax This is GW and D.C.

There is no other place

like this.

Explore GW and our neighborhood at

Mount Vernon Campus15-minute (free) shuttle ride

Attend a White House event5-minute walk

Tailgate on the banks of the Potomac at the GW Rowing Invitational11-minute walk

See a show at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts8-minute walk

Observe Congress in session at the U.S. Capitol12 minutes by Metro

Intern at the U.S. Department of State5-minute walk

Graduate on the National Mall7 minutes by Metro

Conduct research at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum7 minutes by Metro

Study on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial5-minute bike ride

Cheer on the Nats at Nationals Park16 Minutes by Metro

Foggy Bottom Campus

7

virtualtour.gwu.edu.

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS

COLUMBIAN COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCESAt Columbian, the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences come together to form a nexus of ideas and opportunity.

MAJORSAfricana StudiesAmerican StudiesAnthropologyArabic StudiesArchaeologyAstronomy and AstrophysicsBiological AnthropologyBiologyBiophysicsChemistryChinese Language and LiteratureClassical StudiesCognitive NeuroscienceCommunicationCriminal JusticeEconomicsEnglishEnglish and Creative Writing

Environmental StudiesEnvironmental and Sustainability StudiesFrench Language and LiteratureGeographyGeological SciencesGerman Language and LiteratureHistoryHuman Services and Social Justice Japanese Language and LiteratureJudaic StudiesKorean Language and Literature MathematicsNeuroscienceOrganizational SciencesPeace Studies

Philosophy (Public Affairs)PhysicsPolitical SciencePolitical Science (Public Policy)Pre-Law optionPre-Medicine optionPsychologyReligionRussian Language and LiteratureSociologySpanish and Latin American Languages, Literature, and CultureSpeech, Language, and Hearing SciencesStatisticsWomen’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

CORCORAN SCHOOL OF THE ARTS AND DESIGNCorcoran, part of the Columbian College, bridges creative expression and practical application with the breadth and depth of the larger liberal arts education.

MAJORSArt HistoryDanceFine Art*

Graphic Design*Interaction Design*Interior Architecture

MusicPhotojournalism*Theatre

*A portfolio is required when applying to Bachelor of Fine Arts majors.

SCHOOL OF MEDIA AND PUBLIC AFFAIRSThe school, part of the Columbian College, offers small classes, frequent exclusive events, and a connected community linked by a common purpose.

MAJORSJournalism and Mass Communication

Political Communication

ELLIOTT SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSInterdisciplinary teaching and research prepares students to take on the complex nature of international affairs and to better understand the world.

MAJORSAsian StudiesInternational Affairs

Latin American and Hemispheric Studies

Middle East Studies

MILKEN INSTITUTE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTHCore values of scholarship, leadership, scientific rigor, policy analysis, and training drive the school to develop the next generation of practitioners and policy makers.

MAJORSExercise Science Nutrition Science Public Health

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCEA tight-knit community, the school’s faculty and students know each other by name and work together to explore solutions to today’s complex challenges.

MAJORSApplied Science and Technology

Biomedical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer EngineeringComputer Science Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Systems Engineering

SCHOOL OF BUSINESSThe school measures business success not just in profits and power, but also in responsibility and its integral role in shaping our society.

MAJORSAccountancyBusiness

Business AnalyticsFinance

Information SystemsMarketing

SPECIAL PROGRAMSGW offers many special academic programs, including:

• Civic House• Corcoran Scholars• Mount Vernon Campus Scholars• Politics & Values• Seven-Year B.A./M.D.• University Honors• Women’s Leadership

| Learn more at go.gwu.edu/specialinterest.

Want to learn more about the admissions process or you’re ready to apply?

| Visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu.

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