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George Washington University

Location

Foggy Bottom Campus, Washington D.C. United States

Ranking

# =358QS World University Rankings

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50Undergrad & Postgrad Programmes

International

16 % International students

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About George Washington University

Students come to the  George Washington University (GW)  because it offers a dynamic community where ideas are exchanged, diversity is valued, and leaders are made. Located in the heart of Washington, DC since 1821, GW connects students to people and ideas in one of the world's move influential cities. As the largest institution of higher education in the U.S. capital, the university attracts nearly 11,000 undergraduates and 15,000 graduate students from 130 countries around the world. Through the university's partnerships and initiatives, students and faculty enjoy unparalleled access to leaders, practitioners, and resources at top corporations, government agencies, and international organizations, including the World Bank, National Institutes of Health, Smithsonian Institution, Library of Congress, International Monetary Fund, Organization of American States, and the National Science Foundation.  We welcome graduate students with diverse backgrounds. Our graduate student population includes everyone from those who recently completed undergraduate degrees to those who’ve been in the workforce for years or who have families and unique schedules. With a varied group of students, it is important that we provide options for study. Our programs are not only flexible in what and when you can study, but also where you can learn. We offer both full- and part-time programs. You can study with us in the heart of D.C. or in Virginia at either our  Virginia Science and Technology Campus  or one of our  graduate education centers  in Alexandria or Arlington. We also offer more than 100  online programs  where you earn the same degree as students who study in the classroom.  By focusing on social, economic, political, and technological issues and innovations, GW helps students develop the knowledge, skills and experience to achieve their personal and professional goals to transform their ambition into action.

Learn more at: www.gwu.edu  

 

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About George Washington University

Students come to the  George Washington University (GW)  because it offers a dynamic community where ideas are exchanged, diversity is valued, and leaders are made. Located in the heart of Washington, DC since 1821, GW connects students to people and ideas in one of the world's move influential cities. As the largest institution of higher education in the U.S. capital, the university attracts nearly 11,000 undergraduates and 15,000 graduate students from 130 countries around the world. Through the university's partnerships and initiatives, students and faculty enjoy unparalleled access to leaders, practitioners, and resources at top corporations, government agencies, and international organizations, including the World Bank, National Institutes of Health, Smithsonian Institution, Library of Congress, International Monetary Fund, Organization of American States, and the National Science Foundation.  We welcome graduate students with diverse backgrounds. Our graduate student population includes everyone from those who recently completed undergraduate degrees to those who’ve been in the workforce for years or who have families and unique schedules. With a varied group of students, it is important that we provide options for study. Our programs are not only flexible in what and when you can study, but also where you can learn. We offer both full- and part-time programs. You can study with us in the heart of D.C. or in Virginia at either our  Virginia Science and Technology Campus  or one of our  graduate education centers  in Alexandria or Arlington. We also offer more than 100  online programs  where you earn the same degree as students who study in the classroom.  By focusing on social, economic, political, and technological issues and innovations, GW helps students develop the knowledge, skills and experience to achieve their personal and professional goals to transform their ambition into action.

Learn more at: www.gwu.edu  

 

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University information

General

6.5+
90+
61+
33+
3.2+

Bachelor

90+
6.5+
1280+

Master

6+
3+
591+
80+

20,306
52%
48%
3,161
26%
74%
1,798
99%
1%

Cost of Living

Graduate tuition is charged per credit hour, unless otherwise noted. Rates vary by program and location; select your school at  https://studentaccounts.gwu.edu/graduate-tuition  to determine the tuition rate for your program.

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
62,110 USD
International
62,110 USD

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

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Rankings & Ratings

George Washington University is one of the top Private not for Profit universities in Washington D.C., United States. It is ranked #=358 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2015
    #=300
  • 2016
    #=327
  • 2017
    #=363
  • 2018
    #=352
  • 2019
    #=345
  • 2020
    #336
  • 2021
    #353
  • 2022
    #355
  • 2023
    #362
  • 2024
    #=340
  • 2025
    #=371
  • 2026
    #=358

QS World University Rankings

  • 2015
    #=300
  • 2016
    #=327
  • 2017
    #=363
  • 2018
    #=352
  • 2019
    #=345
  • 2020
    #336
  • 2021
    #353
  • 2022
    #355
  • 2023
    #362
  • 2024
    #=340
  • 2025
    #=371
  • 2026
    #=358

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