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George Washington University is a private, coeducational university located in Washington, D.C. The school was chartered on February 9, 1821 as the Columbian College in the District of Columbia by an Act of Congress. Since that time it has developed into a nonsectarian research institution.
GU offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in business, social sciences, international affairs, medicine, education, public health, and law. The main GW campus covers 43-acres and is located in downtown Foggy Bottom. GW is organized into nine schools and colleges, each with a different dean and organization.
The sports teams of GW are nicknamed Colonials and their official mascot is George. GW is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference and most of its teams play at the NCAA Division I level.
The school offers many areas of study. George Washington tries to provide students with lots of choices, and does not tend to focus on only a few programs of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include liberal arts.
Not all applicants to George Washington are accepted. Just 38% of applicants in 2007 were accepted at the school. The top quarter of students at George Washington scored at least 690 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 600 to 690 in 2007.
The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The George Washington teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 25,078 students study at the school (in 2007).
George Washington makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in Atlantic 10 Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
George Washington University
2121 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20052
General Phone: (202) 994-1000
http://www.gwu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 1,736 | international relations, political science, American government and politics, history, English, economics, anthropology, museum studies, ... |
| Business And Management | 1,000 | business management, finance, accounting, marketing, human resources, operations management, international business, organizational behavior, ... |
| Law | 670 | law, legal research, international law, advanced legal research, energy and environmental law, legal support |
| Education And Teaching | 602 | educational administration, secondary teaching, school counseling, special ed, education courses, adult ed administration, physical education teaching, higher education administration, ... |
| Medical Support And Technology | 554 | medical lab tech, physician assistant, audiology and speech pathology, health diagnostic professions, sonography and ultrasound tech, clinical lab tech, cytotechnologist, hematology tech |
| Engineering | 472 | engineering management, systems engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, various engineering courses, mechanical engineering, archeology, biomedical engineering, ... |
| Medicine | 358 | medicine, public health courses, public health, dental clinical sciences, health professions, neuroscience, veterinary preventive epidemiology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 307 | information science, computer and info science, computer engineering, systems analyst, computer security, artificial intelligence and robotics, computer science, information technology |
| Therapy And Counseling | 237 | psychology, clinical psychology, physical therapy, art therapy, social psychology, organizational psychology, cognitive psychology, child psychology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 196 | forensic science, criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police, corrections and criminal justice, criminal justice and administration |
| Medical Administration | 193 | health and medical administrative, health care administration, health services administration, public health education, international public health |
| Science | 180 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry, genetics, physics, human genetics, epidemiology, geology, ... |
| Family And Social Work | 168 | public policy analysis, public administration |
| Hospitality | 113 | tourism and travel, travel services |
| Media | 65 | political communication, journalism, radio and television, communication and journalism, digital communications |
| Religion And Philosophy | 38 | philosophy, religion, Jewish studies |
| Mathematics | 36 | statistics, mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 33 | acting, drama, dance |
| Fine Arts | 31 | art history and criticism, painting, ceramics, sculpture |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 23 | community nurse, EMT paramedic, nursing administration, various nursing |
| Art Studies | 21 | visual and performing arts, art studies |
| Design | 20 | interior design, design and visual communication |
| Architecture And Planning | 12 | landscape architecture |
| Music | 7 | music |
| Office And Administration | 6 | office management |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 4 | athletic trainer, vocational counseling, exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 1 | real estate |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 0 | commercial art, photography |
| Transportation | 0 | aviation operations |
Number of programs and degrees for George Washington in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 3,108 | 114 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2,209 | 83 |
| First-professional degree | 685 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 345 | 41 |
| Doctor's degree | 264 | 56 |
| Associate's degree | 189 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 183 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 67 | 11 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 33 | 1 |
In 2007, George Washington had a total enrollment of 25,078 students (19,385 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 42% |
| Graduate | 50% |
| First Professional | 8% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 56% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 14% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 16% |
| New Jersey | 12% |
| Massachusetts | 9% |
| Pennsylvania | 8% |
| California | 7% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Virginia | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| State unknown | 3% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 90 % |
| Part-Time | 79 % |
George Washington offers campus housing for 7,437 of its 19,385 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Washington, District of Columbia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other District of Columbia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 19,426 | 7,342 | 38% | 2,454 | 33% |
| Men | 8,124 | 3,398 | 42% | 1,101 | 32% |
| Women | 11,302 | 3,944 | 35% | 1,353 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 590 | 690 |
| SAT Math | 600 | 690 |
| SAT Writing | 580 | 680 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 93% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 39,240 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 39,240 |
| Room and board | $ 11,520 |
| Room charge | $ 8,020 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,350 |
Financial Aid:
George Washington participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 144400)
George Washington has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 390 | 151 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 81 | 69 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 192 | 198 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 23 | $156,975 | 8 | $153,353 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 13 | $138,046 | 13 | $95,535 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $86,379 | 14 | $81,367 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 10 | $89,266 | 9 | $76,319 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 54 | $129,258 | 45 | $97,418 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 254 | $130,383 | 63 | $121,290 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 129 | $95,465 | 90 | $87,618 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 108 | $73,892 | 101 | $77,772 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $53,966 | 10 | $53,982 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 19 | $76,666 | 27 | $71,194 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 514 | $107,169 | 291 | $88,811 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Track | Atlantic 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 100 | 147 | 247 |
| Basketball | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Track | 8 | 9 | 17 |
| All Other Sports | 57 | 125 | 182 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Landscape Architecture (BS, BSLA, BLA, MSLA, MLA, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Systems Security
Information Science/Studies
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Computer Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, Other
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
International and Comparative Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Special Education and Teaching, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Archeology
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Mechanical Engineering
Systems Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
Painting
Sculpture
HOSPITALITY
Tourism and Travel Services Management
Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations
LAW
Advanced Legal Research/Studies, Gen (LLM, MCL, MLI, MSL, JSD/SJD)
Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law (LLM, MS, JSD/SJD)
International Law and Legal Studies (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
Legal Support Services, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
American Government and Politics (United States)
American History (United States)
American Literature (United States)
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Asian Studies/Civilization
Chinese Language and Literature
Chinese Studies
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Creative Writing
Development Economics and International Development
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
European Studies/Civilization
French Language and Literature
General Studies
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Economics
International Relations and Affairs
Japanese Language and Literature
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Museology/Museum Studies
Near and Middle Eastern Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Russian Studies
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
Political Communication
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Services Administration
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
International Public Health/International Health
Public Health Education and Promotion
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Hematology Technology/Technician
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Dental Clinical Sciences, General (MS, PhD)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medicine (MD)
Neuroscience
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
Public Health, Other
Veterinary Preventive Med Epidemiology/Public Hlth (Cert,MS,PhD)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
Photography
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Animal Genetics
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biophysics
Biostatistics
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Chemistry, General
Epidemiology
Genetics, General
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Human/Medical Genetics
Immunology
Microbiology, General
Molecular Biology
Pharmacology
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Clinical Psychology
Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
Developmental and Child Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Social Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets George Washington Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (navy) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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