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49.0%Acceptance
$64,990Tuition
10,848Students
85%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$90,873Earnings
#2 in District of ColumbiaPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

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.