George Washington University: insights

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What George Washington University's own numbers say, from its Common Data Set 2025-26.

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Only 19% of admits enroll, so George Washington University admits far more students than it has seats.

Enroll19%

Go elsewhere81%

Source: George Washington University's Common Data Set 2025-26

Applications rose 2% from 2018-19 to 2025-26 (26,512 to 27,034).
After ED, 1,649 of 2,405 seats were left for 25,894 other applicants: about one seat for every 16.
2,858 students stayed on the waitlist and 616 were admitted from it (21.6%).

From students' own posts on Reddit and admissions forums: self-reported, unverified, never used in your odds.

Nearly all admits who named a round (about 31 of 34) applied Regular Decision; a few used Early Action or ED2.
About half of admits (around 33 of 70) applied to politics, international relations, or public policy.
Many admits (about 17) led debate, Model UN, or a speech team, often as captain or president.
Many admits (about 15) held internships in politics, law, government, or research, some paid, which fits GW's Washington location.
Admits who shared SAT scores mostly reported about 1400 to 1590; ACT scores were 31 to 34; a few got in with lower scores.
Students report Presidential Scholarships and similar merit awards of roughly $10,000 to $35,000 a year, with $25,000 to $28,000 most common.
Students report a new GW programme gives free tuition for families under $100,000 income and half tuition up to $150,000.
Students report aid and merit details arrive on uneven timelines, in separate portals, and slow replies delayed some families past late April.
Students believe Early Decision raises odds at GW, and note that the posted admit count includes recruited athletes so general odds are lower.
Students report Honors Program placement is decided separately from admission, and some admits were not offered a place.