George Washington University

https://www.gwu.edu

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2024 Undergraduate Tuition

$67,420

4.51% growth from 2023

2024 Average Net Price

$46,485

After Financial Aid

2024 Acceptance Rate

47.1%

27,016 Applicants

2024 Enrolled Students

25,374

73.7% Full-Time

2024 Graduation Rate

84%

2,380 Graduates

About

George Washington University is a higher education institution located in District of Columbia, DC. In 2024, the most popular Professional Doctorate concentrations at George Washington University were Law (551 degrees awarded), Medicine (172 degrees), and Engineering & Industrial Management (46 degrees).

In 2024, 8,571 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at George Washington University. 62.2% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 37.8% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (3,794 degrees), 3.79 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (1,000 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at George Washington University is $67,420, which is $35,500 more than the national average for Doctoral Universities ($31,920).

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Costs

In 2024, the median undergraduate tuition at George Washington University is $67,420, which is $35,500 more than the national average for Doctoral Universities ($31,920).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $46,485.

In 2024, 67% of undergraduate students attending George Washington University received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 32% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$67,420

2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at George Washington University was $67,420. The cost of tuition at George Washington University is $35,500 more than than the overall (public and private) national average for Doctoral Universities ($31,920).

This chart compares the tuition costs of George Washington University (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$46,485

2024 Value

2.24%

1 Year Growth

In 2024 George Washington University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $46,485. Between 2023 and 2024, the average net price of George Washington University grew by 2.24%.

This chart compares the average net price of George Washington University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$16,300

Room and Board

$1,400

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at George Washington University was of $16,300 in 2024. The cost of room and board increased by 3.69% between 2023 and 2024.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $1,400. The cost of books and supplies did not change during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at George Washington University (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

67%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

32%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

67% of undergraduate students at George Washington University received financial aid through grants or loans in 2024. This represents a growth of 3.08% with respect to 2023, when 65% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at George Washington University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Admissions

George Washington University received 27,016 undergraduate applications in 2024, which represents a 0.288% annual growth. Out of those 27,016 applicants, 12,723 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 47.1% acceptance rate.

There were 25,374 students enrolled at George Washington University in 2024. 26% of first-time enrollees submitted SAT scores with their applications.

George Washington University has an overall enrollment yield of 19.3%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

47.1%

Acceptance Rate in 2024

12,723

Accepted Out of 27,016

In 2024, the undergraduate acceptance rate of George Washington University was 47.1% (12,723 admissions from 27,016 applications). This is higher than the acceptance rate of 2023, which was 43.5%. Between 2023 and 2024, the number of applicants declined by 0.288%, while admissions grew by 7.84%.

This chart compares the acceptance rate of George Washington University (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

SAT Scores

26%

Submission Percentage (2024)

648

Scores Submitted (2024)

26% of enrolled first-time students at George Washington University in 2024 submitted SAT scores with their applications.

The following chart shows the average SAT scores for the 25th, 50th, and 75th percentile of applicants for each section of the test that they are evaluated on.

Enrollment

George Washington University had a total enrollment of 25,374 students in 2024. The full-time enrollment at George Washington University is 18,694 students and the part-time enrollment is 6,680. This means that 73.7% of students enrolled at George Washington University are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at George Washington University, both undergraduate and graduate, is 42.4% White, 13% Asian, 10.6% Black or African American, 10.4% Hispanic or Latino, 4.06% Two or More Races, 0.122% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.0828% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at George Washington University in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (30.6%), followed by White Male (17.7%) and Asian Female (9.95%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (23%), followed by White Male (14.5%) and Asian Female (6.57%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

73.7%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at George Washington University in 2024, both undergraduate and graduate, is 25,374 students. The full-time enrollment at George Washington University is 18,694 and the part-time enrollment is 6,680. This means that 73.7% of students enrolled at George Washington University are enrolled full-time compared with 77.3% at similar Doctoral Universities.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at George Washington University (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

92%

2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at George Washington University was 92%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Doctoral Universities (82%), George Washington University had a retention rate higher than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at George Washington University (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2024)

White
10,748 enrolled students
Asian
3,288 enrolled students
Black or African American
2,699 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at George Washington University is 42.4% White, 13% Asian, 10.6% Black or African American, 10.4% Hispanic or Latino, 4.06% Two or More Races, 0.122% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.0828% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Doctoral Universities is 46.2% White, 16.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 10.4% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 1,237 students (4.88%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2024, 2,087 more women than men received degrees from George Washington University. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at George Washington University is white (3,794 degrees awarded). There were 3.79 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (1,000 degrees).

The most common Professional Doctorate concentration at George Washington University is Law (551 degrees awarded), followed by Medicine (172 degrees) and Engineering & Industrial Management (46 degrees).

In 2024, the most specialized majors across all degree types at George Washington University, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Legal (759 degrees awarded), Social Sciences (1,388 degrees), and Cultural & Gender Studies (47 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Software developers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at George Washington University are Software developers (695,733 people), Other managers (461,835 people), Lawyers, & judges, magistrates, & other judicial workers (390,644 people), Chief executives & legislators (200,397 people), and Elementary & middle school teachers (188,495 people).

The most specialized majors at George Washington University in 2024 are Legal (759 degrees awarded), Social Sciences (1,388 degrees), Cultural & Gender Studies (47 degrees), Communications (245 degrees), and Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (733 degrees) (as of 2024).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at George Washington University are Surgeons, Logisticians, Economists, Securities, commodities, & financial services sales agents, and Media and communication workers, all other

The most specialized majors at George Washington University are Legal (759 degrees awarded), Social Sciences (1,388 degrees), Cultural & Gender Studies (47 degrees), Communications (245 degrees), and Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (733 degrees) (as of 2024).

Common Industries by Major

Computer Systems Design

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at George Washington University are Computer Systems Design (884,663 people), Elementary & secondary schools (510,553 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (437,660 people), Legal services (337,794 people), and Management, scientific & technical consulting services (281,018 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by George Washington University.

General Studies

Most Common (2024)

10 degrees awarded

In 2024, the most common associates degree concentration at George Washington University was General Studies with 10 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from associates degree programs at George Washington University according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

3,242

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2024

5,329

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2024

In 2024, 3,242 degrees were awarded to men at George Washington University, which is 0.608 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (5,329).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at George Washington University by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2024, 310 degrees were awarded to men at George Washington University in International Relations & Affairs, which is 0.764 times less than the 406 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2024, 446 degrees were awarded to men at George Washington University in Other Public Health, which is 5.31 times more than the 84 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

79%

100% Completion Time

85%

150% Completion Time

In 2024, 79% of students graduating from George Washington University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 85% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 85% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Doctoral Universities Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

Asian Female

Highest Graduation Rate (88.2%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2024 at George Washington University is Female and Asian (88.2% graduation rate). Across all Doctoral Universities, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (75.5%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) categorizes any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the graduation rate of those students is shown in the chart below. Additionally, 2.35% of graduates (56 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2024)

White
3,794 degrees awarded
Asian
1,000 degrees awarded
Black or African American
857 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at George Washington University is white (3,794 degrees awarded). There were 3.79 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, asian (1,000 degrees).

4.11% of degree recipients (352 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2024)

White Female
2,920 degrees awarded
White Female
2,920 degrees awarded
White Female
2,859 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at George Washington University is white female (2,920 degrees awarded). There were 1 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white female (2,920 degrees).

Operations

George Washington University has an endowment valued at nearly $2.64B, as of the end of the 2024 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 56M (2.12%) compared to the 9.4% average return (23.7M on 252M) across all Doctoral Universities.

In 2024, George Washington University had a total salary expenditure of 1.88B. George Washington University employs 414 Professors, 389 Associate professors and 226 Assistant professors. Most academics at George Washington University are Male Professor (270), Female Associate professor (208), and Male Associate professor (181).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at George Washington University are: Computer, Engineering, and Science, with 703 employees, Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services, with 670 employees, and Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 350 employees.

Endowment

$2.64B

2024 Endowment

4.65%

growth from 2023

George Washington University has an endowment valued at about $2.64B, as of the end of the 2024 fiscal year. The endowment of George Washington University grew 4.65% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $2.39B higher than than the median endowment of Doctoral Universities according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at George Washington University (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Doctoral Universities: Highest Research Activity Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$862M

2024 Salaries

6.1%

growth from 2023

In 2024, George Washington University paid a median of $862M in salaries, which represents 45.9% of their overall expenditure ($1.88B) and a 6.1% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 3.7% growth between 2022 and 2023, and a 0.56% decline between 2021 and 2022.

Instructional Salaries

$178M

Instructional Salaries

1,116

Number of Employees

In 2024, George Washington University paid a total of $178M to 1,116 employees working as instructors, which represents 20.6% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $4.1M (2.29%) for similar Doctoral Universities.

Occupations by Share

In 2024, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at George Washington University were Computer, Engineering, and Science with 703 employees, Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services with 670 employees, and Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 350 employees.

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