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George Washington University
George Washington University admits a bit under 50% of applicants; strong grades put you in the conversation at George Washington University, and the data below says what "strong" means.
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George Washington University sits in Washington proper — a private campus woven into the city rather than walled off from it. International students are a visible presence here — 7.2% of undergraduates come from outside the U.S.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Science, where graduates median $150,716 four years out. 15.8% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 11,182 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 92.2% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1350 and 1500 — above the DC middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on George Washington University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, George Washington University received 27,094 applications and admitted 11,798 (43.5%), with 2,539 enrolling.
George Washington University is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 1350–1500 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically George Washington University's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 680 | 720 | 750 |
| SAT Math | 670 | 710 | 750 |
| ACT Composite | 31 | 32 | 34 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
How George Washington University compares
| George Washington University | District of Columbia median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 47.1% | 58.1% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $67,710 | $31,210 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $90,873 | $63,066 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors George Washington University: $90,873 median at year ten, versus $63,066 across District of Columbia institutions.
Cost, size & completion
Tuition runs $67,710 regardless of where you're from. At George Washington University, that sticker is a starting point for aid talks — not what the median family pays.
At 11,182 undergrads, George Washington University is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
84% of George Washington University students finish a bachelor's within six years — 29.1 points above the national 54.9% — and the single best predictor that the $67,710 price above buys a degree, not just enrollment.
Top majors by earnings at George Washington University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | $150,716 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $126,638 |
| Systems Engineering | $120,976 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | $120,730 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $116,795 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $112,554 |
| Business/Commerce, General | $107,023 |
| Information Science/Studies | $105,145 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $101,196 |
| Civil Engineering | $100,990 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | $100,601 |
| Statistics | $100,578 |
| Economics | $99,406 |
| International Business | $99,018 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $97,126 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $96,741 |
| Marketing | $95,528 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $93,692 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $92,810 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | $88,114 |
| Public Health | $87,217 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $85,459 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $82,325 |
| Journalism | $81,927 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences | $81,548 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $80,070 |
| Political Science and Government | $79,692 |
| Psychology, General | $79,187 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $79,112 |
| Sociology | $78,857 |
| Geography and Cartography | $78,390 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | $76,751 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $75,683 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | $72,325 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $70,766 |
| History | $70,734 |
| Biology, General | $70,444 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $66,178 |
| Human Services, General | $65,190 |
| Anthropology | $65,172 |
| Philosophy | $64,898 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $34,734 |
Median earnings for these 42 George Washington University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $90,873 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 39 additional George Washington University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for George Washington University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1350–1500 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 47.1% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is George Washington University's acceptance rate?
43.5% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 11,798 admitted from 27,094 applicants.
How much does George Washington University cost?
At George Washington University, published tuition is $67,710 — net price after aid usually comes in lower. That number is George Washington University's ceiling, not a quote.
What do George Washington University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $90,873 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in District of Columbia
- Gallaudet University — 58.1% admitted
- Howard University — 41.3% admitted
- Georgetown University — 12.9% admitted
- The Catholic University of America — 82.8% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.