The George Washington University

The George Washington University is extremely difficult to get into. The university admitted 49% of all applicants in 2022. In 2023, just 13,354 out of the 27,266 students who applied were accepted.

If you are planning on applying to The George Washington University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/5 and the fee for the application is $80.

Students who apply to The George Washington University for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

The George Washington University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of The George Washington University's admissions stats.

The George Washington University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	43.66%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	31%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	15%
Waitlist	Yes

The George Washington University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The George Washington University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 15
Early Decision II	Yes	January 5	February 1
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	1 5	April 1

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Want to Apply Early to The George Washington University?

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The George Washington University offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 5. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 1.

The early decision acceptance rate at The George Washington University is 66%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 49%. In 2022, The George Washington University admitted 748 of the 1132 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early to college to increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The George Washington University Admissions

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Transferring to The George Washington University

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to The George Washington University

The George Washington University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The George Washington University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at The George Washington University

What does The George Washington University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with The George Washington University for more information on admission factors.

The George Washington University Application Requirements

To apply to The George Washington University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with The George Washington University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The George Washington University?

The George Washington University has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 21.18% submitted a class rank. At The George Washington University 43.66% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 78.01% were in the top 25% and 95.99% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The George Washington University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The George Washington University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The George Washington University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 31% of The George Washington University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 15% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The George Washington University?

To be competitive with other The George Washington University applicants, you should strive to score between 1340 and 1470 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The George Washington University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1470 and 25% of scored lower than 1340, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The George Washington University students scored 750 or higher and 75% of students scored 670 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The George Washington University students scored 740 or higher, and 75% scored a 670 or higher.

To be most competitive at The George Washington University, you should strive to earn between 31 and 34 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 34 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The George Washington University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 34, and three out of four students scored lower than 34 on the ACT.

A 31 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The George Washington University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 31.

More Information on Transferring to The George Washington University

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to The George Washington University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is April 15.

Transfer students can enroll in The George Washington University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The George Washington University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The George Washington University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The George Washington University.

Does The George Washington University accept transfer credits?

✅ The George Washington University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does The George Washington University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ The George Washington University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The George Washington University?

❌ No, The George Washington University is test optional, so you can choose whether or not to include your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is The George Washington University's acceptance rate?

✅ The George Washington University has an acceptance rate of 49%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The George Washington University?

✅ The George Washington University's early decision acceptance rate was 66% in 2021.

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