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#70 out of 390 universities in the U.S.
George Washington University has been ranked as 70th out of 390 universities in America, by the U.S. News and World Report’s 2020 National University Rankings.
GW’s stand-out area this year is in graduation and retention, where the university climbed from 72nd to 64th place. GW’s former Provost Forrest Maltzam said that this was a testament to the hard work that faculty and staff put in to ensure student success.
Other areas which the university has ranked well in include student selectivity (51st), reputation among higher education administrators (60th) and financial resources (61st). Dr Maltzman noted that the university was proud to hold high positions in the esteemed rankings, which are indicative of the quality of education the institution offers to students.
Department structure
Study options are offered across:
Columbian College of Arts & Sciences
This is the university’s largest and oldest college in liberal arts.
Corcoran School of the Arts & Design
The school bridges practical application and creative expression.
School of Business
GW’s business school offers students customized programs and benefits from partnerships such as with the World Bank.
Graduate School of Education & Human Development
This school examines early childhood through to professional development and is a leader in human and organizational learning.
School of Engineering & Applied Science
Through this school, GW acts as a top source for the cybersecurity policy and research of the U.S. government.
Elliott School of International Affairs
The Elliott School educates the next generation of international leaders and conducts research that advances understanding of important global issues.
School of Law
GW’s law school is home to respected scholars who are part of the UN’s International Law Commission.
School of Media & Public Affairs
This school teaches students how to thrive in today's complex media world.
School of Medicine & Health Sciences
With several esteemed industry partnerships, the school is home to faculty who strive to address diseases from all around the globe.
School of Nursing
As well as leading in Advanced Practice Registered Nurse education, GW’s School of Nursing produces some of the country’s top nurses.
Graduate School of Political Management
This school’s faculty members are recognized for their expertise across campaigning, legislating, advocating, polling and communicating.
College of Professional Studies
The professional college offers practical education for adult learners.
Milken Institute School of Public Health
As the only public health school in Washington, students have access to some of the world’s most influential health organizations.
Trachtenberg School of Public Policy & Public Administration
The Trachtenberg School develops students into leaders of government, private and non-profit sectors.
Teaching quality
One of the largest higher education institutions in D.C., George Washington University is an innovator in teaching where it uses the world as its classroom.
It continuously takes strategic initiatives to improve the educational experience. Students benefit not just from its excellence in classrooms, but in residence halls and throughout student spaces and interactions with faculty. Each experience, from enrollment to graduation, focuses on the student journey, where there are supportive services accessible throughout. The university’s culture offers students a warm, positive and welcoming environment.
GW’s numerous partnerships with vibrant organizations such as the World Bank, Pan-American Health Organization, the Naval Research Lab and many more ensure that its reach is broad and meaningful and sets students up ready to take on the challenging professional environment.
The university is a learning hub that stretches beyond its borders. It’s home to faculty that are deeply engaged in solving some of today’s greatest challenges. Furthermore, students benefit from GW’s ability to connect academia to the workplace.
Scholarships & funding
George Washington University awards a range of merit scholarships to international students for exceptional achievement. Those who receive these awards are guaranteed to receive financial support for up to ten consecutive semesters if they maintain full-time enrolment.
Funding initiatives specifically for international students include:
Merit Scholarship
Eligible undergraduate international students may receive a tuition fee discount to reward their academic excellence.
Presidential Academic Scholarship
Eligible undergraduate students who are non-U.S. citizens or non-permanent residents may receive a scholarship to reward their academic excellence.
International Baccalaureate Scholarship
Eligible international students who are expected to graduate secondary education with an IB diploma may receive an IB scholarship.
Global Funding Initiative
Eligible postgraduate international students may receive a tuition fee discount of up to USD 24,000 per academic year. This is for master’s program applicants from Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Turkey and Vietnam.
This is just a number of the awards on offer. There are also subject-specific awards.
Students are usually automatically considered for these scholarships, however they are strongly encouraged to check the availability and eligibility requirements for each.
Facilities
Foggy Bottom Campus
This historic campus takes GW from the front row into an immersive experience of life in D.C. It’s nestled between the Kennedy Center, the White House and a number of international and federal agencies, giving students an unparalleled experience where the city is also their classroom.
Mount Vernon Campus
“The Vern”, located a few miles away from the downtown bustle, is home to academic buildings, athletic facilities, residence halls, a library, many dining options and an outdoor challenge course, all surrounded by picturesque green hills. It’s three miles from Foggy Bottom where there is a shuttle service to the campuses at all times of the day.
Virginia Science & Technology Campus
This is the university’s hub of discovery with its dynamic research and vibrant range of study options. It’s home to many research labs, institutes, and centers that advance knowledge in a range of interdisciplinary areas.
Student safety
The Division of Safety & Security at George Washington University has many services and procedures in place to ensure the safety of the entire university community. This includes:
GW Alert
This is a notification system that can alert students, faculty and staff when necessary. It sends emergency alerts through text messages, emails, residence hall phones, social media and more.
GW Personal Alarm Locator (GW PAL)
The GW PAL is a mobile safety application that students can download on their smartphones. This allows them to anonymously alert the regional police department of any security concerns, and have their location identified in real-time.
Campus Advisories
This is GW’s primary website for communicating security-related information to the university community. Students can easily check this for updates about safety concerns.
Residence Hall Safety
The university conducts inspections on individual rooms to ensure the safety of GW students in residence halls. Fire drills are conducted regularly and fire extinguishers can be found throughout campus.
The George Washington Police Department provides patrol and residential hall security services. It also takes care of security for various on-campus events.
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