George Washington University
Location: Washington, DC (urban, large city)
Size: 11,762 students
Avg percent need-met: 93%
Acceptance rate: 43%
Middle 50% ACT: 29-33 **Test Optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1290-1430 **Test Optional**
George Washington is a great school in DC that stresses hands-on learning and offers plenty of connections and opportunities for students. They boast excellent international relations and journalism programs, and is THE place to get a political science major. Fantastic professors balance theory with practice. Outside of class, lifestyles are pretty independent and students create their own experience.
Popular majors / known for: International Relations, Political Science, Nursing
Academic approach: Research university
Fun fact / campus tradition: Students graduate on the National Mall!
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Campus Life
The location offers tons of internship opportunities in government, nonprofit, media, research, and the arts
Has 20 D1 varsity sports and more than 50 club and intramural sports
Over 70 research centers and institutes, meaning many chances to get involved in undergraduate research
In addition to the on-campus museum and art gallery, GW is integrated into the city, so students have access to the Smithsonian, Kennedy Center, and other institutions to explore beyond the classroom
Application Details
RD deadline: January 5th
Early Action deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes, optional
Application fee: $80
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due February 1st
Interviews: Not considered
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