The George Washington University Reviews

"The George Washington University is a great place to be if you love a fast-paced lifestyle in the city. There isn't a great deal of community on campus but if you like to do your own thing then it works. I gained a lot of networking skills from there and I made amazing connections from my professors. I got outstanding internships, strong recommendation letters, and always had the best guidance. As far as financial aid GW could do a lot better. We spend about 60k going there and the financial aid just isn't enough. GW says they want diversity but don't do enough to get it. Personally, my program in the School of Media and Public Affairs was amazing and the professors there aren't just teachers they are mentors, friends, and supporters. This is a strong program and they are always willing to provide financial help for their students. Overall I really enjoyed my years at GW and I wouldn't have wanted to spend my undergrad anywhere else."

"Like most undergraduate programs, GWU is what you make of it. The culture of the institution is such that you have to seek out opportunities to find them, however- they abound. Their strength is the focus on career developing connections that one can make by engaging with the city at large, university events, and professors. Many professors are adjunct and are therefore directly connected in the field with live connections and experiences. That said, there is great value in full time faculty who have the commitment to teaching and arguably, the time to invest in preparing students to take those opportunities. I was lucky to have a good number of classes with full time faculty who helped me grow as a professional and person. I graduated a while ago and know the school is actively investing in the school. If asked whether I would return my answer would most definitely be yes. I am not sure if this is selection bias- as the undergraduate experience is truly unique and something I recommend to everyone."

"Graduate and undergraduate programs at GWU are both high quality, but graduate programs seem to draw a broader range of students and experiences. The International Affairs program is very good as a terminal Masters program, with a focus on professional development and the flexibility to work or intern full or part time while attending."

"Great Experience. I'd recommend it to anyone who loves politics!"

"GW's counseling program is excellent in ways. You are getting a solid education from professors who are top in their field. The professors really do care about your education. But the down side is, EVERYTHING is so expensive. From tuition to cost of living. It can be very rough."

"I am pursuing a Masters of Professional Studies in Strategic Public Relation at The George Washington University (GW), and I am expected to graduate in May of 2017. Coming from an HBCU for my studies as an undergraduate student, the environment at GW has been exceptionally amazing. I chose GW because I wanted my education background to be as diverse as possible and take advantage of the opportunities that came with that. In the College of Professional Studies I am a part of the Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM). GSPM, in 2015, was recognized by PR Week for having the #1 public relations program in the country. For that reason I do feel like I selected the right program. This has its advantages; I and other students in the program are being taught and coached by the top public relations and communications professionals in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area. We have ample opportunities to rub elbows with some very important people; congressmen, press secretaries, journalists, producers, and many politically appointed officials in the federal government. Not only is the GSPM network large, but diverse as well. Amongst those important people have been Asian, African-American, Hispanic, and Middle Eastern people all who we look to for inspiration and hope that our careers will be as successful as theirs. The classroom environment is advanced, but the professors in the program are dedicated to helping us become the best. The professors provide continuous support for the job-seeking students, and often send job opportunities through email and bring any they know of with them to class. I could go on and on about the great things GSPM has done and will continue to do for its students, but there is one thing about the program that I can say is not my favorite. The classes for the Strategic Public Relations program are scheduled from 7:10 p.m. to 9:40 p.m. on designated days of the week. Working full-time and attending classes after work can take a toll on me sometimes, but I push through and I am still able to successfully complete all of my work. If it was anything I could change about the program that would be it. I encourage anyone interested in political management, corporate social responsibility, public relations, and government relation to check out GW’s Graduate School of Political Management. I can guarantee they will not be disappointed."

"Pro: Great location, and opportunity to do fantastic internships Con: Can be expensive to live."

"I had some really phenomenal professors at GW, especially in art history. However when I attended, my major required specific classes, such as senior seminars, but not many were offered. This meant that even if you were interested in a specific time period or subject matter, the advanced classes offered were limited. Yet even the classes I took out of necessity were well taught and interesting. I also enjoyed a wide range of classes outside of my major, from psychology, to literature, to cardio kick-boxing."

"Professors were thought leaders in their field. Amazing academic resources. Suuuuuuuper expensive. Not a strong sense of community if that's what you're looking for. Extremely smart peers that challenge you. I fealt out of place as a scholarship student in a school full of rich kids at first, but the relationships that were made and the friends that I still have were priceless. There is nowhere quite like DC, and I would do it all again in a heartbeat."

"Great school if you are in a political or international concentration."

"This international education program really takes a look into today's education and world. The program consists of taking 360 degree world view of all of the factors that influence education. It really gives an opportunity to the student to question and dig deeper into their interests and investigate today's education status."

"It gave me the city life experience but as a result I missed out on the college campus experience, there was no football team and greek life was a little weird and spread out so there wasn't a big sense of community for me. The statistics department was FANTASTIC, small and intimate with incredible teachers but I found the other departments somewhat lacking."

"I have only just begun my graduate program, but I am already enjoying it more than I could have imagined! My professors are fantastic; every minute of class is filled with valuable information that I know I will carry with me throughout my career. Washington, DC is a wonderful place to live, and the GWU campus is awesome. The DC area is very expensive, and the metro often has delays. However, the incredible professors and the prestige of my graduate program absolutely outweigh the expenses that I have right now. I am confident that this program will give me all that I need to succeed in a career in the organizational sciences."

"Highly competent faculty: mostly adjuncts who have day jobs in the field they're teaching. Ideal location in Washington DC."

"GW has exceptional financial aid (both merit- and need-based) especially for part-time students. They invest a lot of time and effort to cultivate a robust and dynamic environment for everyone in the professional MBA program, and they offer a lot of flexibility so you can work around your work schedule. The professors are responsive and interested in your success."

"GWU is a very challenging school based upon your school. It is also a very expensive school, with very sophisticated night life. The social life at GWU is dominated by either greek life affiliation, political affiliation, or socioeconomic status."

"The program offers great flexibility for working or interning students. It is a professional-oriented program, with many amenities to help with professional development in addition to academic development."

"George Washington University is the perfect choice for someone interested in making an impact through policy, science, engineering or any other field with the nation's capital as your playground. If you want an isolated campus, there are plenty of other options, but GW provides endless real-world work/internship/education opportunities. The GW brand is strong and growing."

"Excellent inner city university campus, good reputation in this area of study, good post degree contacts in government and private sector employment."

"Excellent inner city university campus, good reputation in this area of study, good post degree contacts in government and private sector employment."