George Washington University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About George Washington University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
George Washington University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Washington, District of Columbia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 11,502, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 50%. The university offers 103 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 84%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $57,894.
Rankings
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- #1 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Washington, D.C.
- #3 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Public Relations Programs
- #4 Ranked in Best Interior Design Programs
- #6 Ranked in Best Master's in Public Relations and Image Management Programs
- #7 Ranked in Best Speech Pathology Programs
- #8 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Project Management Programs of 2022
- #8 Ranked in Best Master's in Project Management Online 2024
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Electrical Engineering Programs of 2022
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Electrical Engineering Programs of 2022
- #9 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Electrical Engineering Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
50% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
91% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
84% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARecommended
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile30-34
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1310-1490
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
27k
Students enrolled
26%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
47%
Unknown
5%
Black
11%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
12%
Asian
11%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
17% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
120
Total Online Enrollment
6,901
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.26% online, 74% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates75% online
Associate38% online
Bachelor's9% online
Graduate Certificate35% online
Master's29% online
Doctorate15% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
17%
State Grant Aid
2%
Institution Grant Aid
74%
Pell Grant
17%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$59k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Water Polo
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | Engineering. | |||
| 11 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 13 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 14 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 16 | History | |||
| 17 | History. | |||
| 18 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 19 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 20 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 21 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 22 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 23 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 24 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 25 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Psychology. | |||
| 27 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 28 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 29 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 30 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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