George Washington University
George Washington University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Washington, DC. It enrolls about 25,568 students and admits roughly 44% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Washington, DC 20052 |
| County | District of Columbia |
| Enrollment | 25,568 |
| Acceptance rate | 44% |
| Applicants / admitted | 27,094 / 11,798 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $64,798 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $64,798 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 85% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 92% |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 20,000 and above |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 680–750 |
| ACT middle 50% | 31–34 |
| Website | https://www.gwu.edu/ |
| Phone | 2029941000 |
Admissions
About 27,094 students applied and 11,798 were admitted. Of those admitted, 2,539 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $64,798 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 2,605 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 85% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
George Washington University is in Washington, DC, District of Columbia. Its coordinates are 38.8992, -77.0484.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at George Washington University?
About 44% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 27,094 applicants.
How much does George Washington University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $64,798 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend George Washington University?
About 25,568 students are enrolled.