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Collaboration, Respect, Openness and Diversity are core values that define the George Washington University (GW). The Accessibility Notice and Equal Opportunity (EO) Statement shared here reflect our desire to make this a welcoming and inclusive space for all students, visitors and members of our broader community.
The George Washington University (GW or GWU) is a private federally-chartered research university in Washington, D.C. Originally named Columbian College, it was chartered in 1821 by the United States Congress and is the first university founded under Washington D.C.'s jurisdiction.
Our schools and colleges provide a place for you to debate and discuss how to make a difference in the world and then actually go do it. Your classmates, friends and professors will motivate you to use what you’re learning, as well as your skills, ideas and passions, to help others and pave a path for your future.
The George Washington University is a private federally chartered research university in Washington, D.C. Chartered in 1821 by the United States Congress.
Our students come to GW for many of these same reasons. They come for passionate faculty, for diverse student groups, for Division I athletics, for once-in-a-lifetime internships, and for inspiring service opportunities. GW, like many universities, provides all of this.
GW’s academic life is defined by not only our faculty and students’ unique abilities to put knowledge in action, but also for taking full advantage of our vast access to world-class partnerships, policy-research initiatives, and one-of-a-kind learning opportunities.
As a selective institution, GW receives applications from every state and more than 120 countries. We aim to enroll a bright, talented, and diverse body of students who will take advantage of the many unique opportunities that the university and Washington, D.C., have to offer.
