George Washington University is a private research institution in Washington D.C. Founded in 1821, George Washington University is one of the most prestigious universities in the United States and was the country’s first chartered national university. With its main campus located in the Foggy Bottom area of Washington D.C., the university offers more than 200 degree programs with its 14 colleges and schools. In addition to its abundant offerings on campus, the university also accommodates a thriving study abroad program with its 11 international campuses, allowing students to gain experience both domestically and abroad. George Washington University’s emphasis on research, evidence-based learning, and technology allows its students to gain invaluable experience, preparing them for innovative and forward-thinking careers.
- Address: 1918 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 00002-0052
- Phone: (202) 994-1000
- Website: https://www.gwu.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 27,017
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 13 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $80
- Selectivity: Very Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $58,640 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Room & Board | $14,711 |
| Other | $1,525 |
| Total Cost | $76,276 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 43%
- SAT Range: 1270 – 1450
- ACT Range: 30 – 33
Majors
- International Relations and Affairs
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Political Science and Government, General
- Finance, General
- Experimental Psychology
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 87%
- Part-time: 13%
Student Gender
- Male: 38%
- Female: 62%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 11%
- Black or African American: 10%
- Hispanic / Latino: 11%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 46%
- Two or More Races: 3%
- Unknown: 5%
- Non-resident Alien: 12%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 94%
- 25 and Over: 6%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 2%
- Out-of-State: 98%
- Unknown: 0%