The George Washington University Reviews

  • 255 Reviews
  • Washington D.C.
  • Annual Tuition: $62,200
92% of 255 students said this degree improved their career prospects
87% of 255 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Peter Kamocsai
  • Reviewed: 2/16/2014
  • Degree: Public Administration
"The George Washington University's Master of Public Administration program builds on the years of experiences of one of the best faculty and staff in the DC area while offering a competitive program. Moreover, The George Washington University offers a unique experience to study in downtown DC, just a few blocks from the White House."
Kristy Clark
  • Reviewed: 2/1/2014
  • Degree: Mechanical Engineering
"I've just started a doctoral program but also completed a master's program in Engineering Management at George Washington through their off-campus programs department. I've had very good, knowledgable faculty members. The terms are shorter than on-campus and can be very intense, but I've found most of the coursework useful and applicable."
Carey Wickham
  • Reviewed: 1/27/2014
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"GW, like any other medical school, has many benefits and problems. Unfortunately I'm going to elaborate on its problems in this review. Its location in DC provides access to a wealth of opportunities but the cost of living can often be prohibitive compared to other parts of the country. The GW administration, while very well-meaning, is appallingly bad at communicating with students and at making any changes to problem areas in advance to prevent crisis. They do respond to student concerns, but in a very delayed and reactionary fashion, even when they are aware in advance that specific problems have cropped up around the same issues for years prior. One often feels like you are succeeding and progressing through the MD curriculum DESPITE GW instead of because of GW."
Sharece Hall
  • Reviewed: 1/13/2014
  • Degree: Interior Design
"The program is great. The curriculum is very thorough and covers all areas to become a competitive and competent designer. The GWU community is very active. There are events and programs for all interests. Housing can become an issue in choosing between exorbitant DC prices or long commutes."
Caitlin Grimmer
  • Reviewed: 1/12/2014
  • Degree: Law
"Large JD program, so you can get lost in the crowd. Professors are generally great, but the staff (clerkships, career, etc) are generally unhelpful and often rude. The area is unbeatable for internships and high quality experience can be gained, even during the semester."
Akaii Lineberger
  • Reviewed: 1/2/2014
  • Degree: Public Policy
"My program is rather new and in an emerging interdisciplinary field that combines business, policy, science, and technology. There is limited funding for the program at the master's level, but it offers vast opportunities in international development and the ability to specialize in transportation planning."
Courteney Fertitta
  • Reviewed: 12/31/2013
  • Degree: Interior Design
"The professors are amazing. They have been incredibly helpful, supportive and encouraging. The program has changed a lot this year and I think there are some kinks that still need to be worked out - mostly in terms of effectively communicating the program expectations to incoming students. Overall though, I am very happy and I just wish I could afford to live closer to campus so I could take part in more of the diverse opportunities living in DC and being a GW student have to offer."
KAFI JOSEPH
  • Reviewed: 12/25/2013
  • Degree: Systems Engineering
"I'm enrolled in the accelerated Engineering Management and Systems Engineering department. We meet every Saturday at GW's Arlington Campus and will graduate in 16 month's time. The course load is heavy and a challenge to balance with work, but the instructors are committed to students and provide valuable insights based upon their educational and real-word experiences. The accelerated pace makes the burden of learning and understanding fall squarely on the student earlier and more often. Great value for the time and caliber of program."
Alexandra McManus
  • Reviewed: 11/23/2013
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"Pursuing an M.D. in a city like DC allows so many opportunities for students to get involved and become part of the surrounding community. It is also the hub of changing healthcare policy and thus allows unique experiences to medical students in the area. George Washington as a school is pretty good, however also definitely has some areas it could improve upon. It's financial aid is limited in general, and non-existent for anyone who is not an American citizen. The scholarship opportunities are additionally very limited. The program itself is undergoing some fairly large changes which should address many of the issues currently present in the program."
Portia Gant
  • Reviewed: 11/12/2013
  • Degree: Law
"GW Law lacks diversity but no more so than other top tier law schools. The lack of diversity in professors is pitiful. The resources for students who don't want to practice at a large law firm are paltry. There's one great counselor, but she's tasked with too much. Some of the professors are accessible and helpful, but for the most part, they are self-absorbed, old, white males who are more interested in maintaining the status quo or terrorizing students than actually teaching or training them. My advice: go to a better ranked law school where you'll face the same challenges but at least have a better name brand."
Molly Masterton
  • Reviewed: 11/11/2013
  • Degree: Law
"Great school for those interested in what the DC legal community has to offer."
Andrew Du
  • Reviewed: 10/21/2013
  • Degree: Liberal Studies
"Pros - Good reputation. Good quality of education. Cons - Overly diverse research interests."
Shruti Yadav
  • Reviewed: 10/15/2013
  • Degree: Biology
"Brilliant and friendly colleagues! Great place to work and learn."
Lara El Sherif
  • Reviewed: 10/15/2013
  • Degree: Mathematics
"The math department is very passionate on research, and there is plenty of support given by the professors. The only cons I see are some professors care more about their own accomplishments than the students, and don't give much thought into teaching in better methods. However there are others that outweigh them, that are great teachers and do care."
Jessica Huang
  • Reviewed: 10/12/2013
  • Degree: International Business
"The location of the campus is great since it is right in the middle of Washington, D.C. The location allows you to intern or work at many prestigious institutions or at the headquarters of various organizations. Though it may be costly to live in the city proper, D.C. always has something going on, there is always something to do. The Elliott School is well known in the area and it has a great program in International Trade definitely worth checking out."
Annelle Sheline
  • Reviewed: 9/14/2013
  • Degree: Political Science
"I am in my third year of a PhD in political science. I love the department, in particular the sense of collegiality. Professors are very supportive and accessible. That being said, getting in to academia is tough so I worry about what will happen once I finish. But the program seems to be doing its best to prepare us!"
Victoria Mangam
  • Reviewed: 8/27/2013
  • Degree: Public Policy
"Great access to top D.C. leaders and professors. Classes are challenging but well worth it. Classes are also very applicable to real life scenarios. Skills are stressed over theories."
Thomas Stephenson
  • Reviewed: 8/26/2013
  • Degree: Social Sciences
"Good all around, its expensive, jovial, safe, wondrous, faculty and staff (professors) have real world experience or are accomplished researchers, but not as accessible as i'd like. Financial aid is a drag and since I have had to take out loans, my education is worth it, but the general feeling regarding the economy and job prospects is grim. The quality of the education is good, but there is too much competition or too much egoism flying around. The environment aesthetically, culturally, professionally, and tranquility is good as well. A large support network exists, much doing is encouraged, much effort required."
Morgane Gay
  • Reviewed: 8/16/2013
  • Degree: Physical Therapy
"My Grad program is great because there is a large emphasis on Community service and helping others through healthcare. Unfortunately, the program is extremely expensive. It is also often difficult because we are in class for 6-8 hours consecutively, and there are no windows in the hospital."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 8/5/2013
  • Degree: Political Science
"Would you get the same degree if you could start over?Business--or something more technical.What advice can you offer other students?Do what you love for fun, major in something that can sustain the lifestyle you wish to have. Move t the city where you see yourself and is best for your major:: Politics: DC, Arts: NYC, Natural Sciences: coast, etc. And yes, Undergraduate is just as important as Masters bc without a good foundation you cant move ahead."