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The George Washington University
Washington,
DC
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate49%
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About GW
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 changing. Every day, our students experience moments that happen only at GW.
The George Washington University is a private, nonprofit university in the city of Washington, DC. GW was founded in 1821. The university enrolls around 25,939 students a year, including 11,482 undergraduate students.
GW Acceptance Rate 2022
It is extremely difficult to get into GW. The acceptance rate at GW is 49%. In 2022, 27,266 students applied to GW and 13,354 were admitted.
| The George Washington University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 49% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 66% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 31% |
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The George Washington University is located in the city of Washington, DC,.
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College Info
GW Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 5
Transfer Applications are Due
Apr 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to GW is Jan 5.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to GW is Apr 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
GW SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1340 - 1470
Math SAT Range
660 - 750
Reading SAT Range
670 - 740
GW Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$86,390
In State$86,390
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$64,700
$64,700
Fees
$290
$290
Housing
$20,000
$20,000
Books
$1,400
$1,400
Student Life
Wondering what life at GW is like? There are approximately 25,939 students enrolled at GW, including 11,482 undergraduate students and 14,457 graduate students. 90% percent of students attend school full-time, 4% percent are from DC and 96% percent of students are from other states.
90%
Full Time10%
Part Time4%
In State96%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
25,939
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
49%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 5
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