Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 49.0%
- Average SAT
- 1,410
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,330–1,490
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 33
- Total Enrollment
- 10,848
Admissions Overview
George Washington University is moderately selective with a 49% acceptance rate. Nearly half of applicants gain admission, making it competitive but achievable for strong students. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1330-1490 on the SAT or around 33 on the ACT. With 91.86% of freshmen returning for sophomore year, the school successfully enrolls students who thrive in its demanding environment. GW seeks politically engaged students who want to leverage the university's prime Washington location. The school values applicants interested in international affairs, policy work, and business who can handle rigorous academics while taking advantage of internship and networking opportunities in the nation's capital.