
George Washington University
#63 National RankTest Flexible📍 Washington
George Washington University is a private research university in Washington, D.C., with about 27,000 students. Known for political science, international relations, and public policy, it offers unmatched access to internships and opportunities in the nation’s capital. Its urban campus integrates with the Foggy Bottom neighborhood, just blocks from the White House. GWU attracts ambitious students eager to engage with government, business, and global issues.
Admissions Statistics
Regular Decision
Applicants
25,867
Admitted
11,963
Admit Rate
0.4624811536%
Total Enrolled
2,459
Early Decision
Early Applicants
1,139
Early Admitted
755
ED Admit Rate
0.6628621598%
Admits from Early
0.05936467998%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
6,517
Accepted Spot
2,844
Admitted
1,188
WL Admit Rate
0%
Academic Profile
Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
N/A
Top 10% of Class
0.4033%
Top 25% of Class
0.7305%
Top 50% of Class
0.9342%
Demographics
Men
843
Admit Rate: 0.4552645095%
Women
1,616
Admit Rate: 0.4797637659%
Non-International
92.3%
International
7.7%
Admission Factors
Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankVery Important
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayConsidered
RecommendationConsidered
ExtracurricularsConsidered
Talent/AbilityConsidered
Character/PersonalImportant
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationImportant
Cost & Outcome
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$69,780
Out-of-State Tuition
$69,780
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$75,000
Mid Career Pay
$148,300
Student Body
Undergrads
10,386
Total Students
18,049