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 Program Overview
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The School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) at The George Washington University (GW) awards four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in biomedical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical and systems engineering, and computer science. It also awards four-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in computer science, and in applied science and technology. Other available programs include a five-year BA/BS degree in physics and SEAS undergraduate BS degrees, several five-year bachelor's and master's degree programs, and integrated programs in engineering and law. SEAS also participates in joint-institution "3+2" programs in liberal arts and engineering with several universities and colleges.
All SEAS students in BA and BS degree programs, with the exception of computer engineering, may choose a medical preparation option, which prepares them for application to medical school, graduate studies or employment in a variety of medical engineering careers. Civil engineering majors are also offered an environmental engineering option, which prepares them for graduate studies in environmental engineering or employment in technical environmental fields such as hazardous waste treatment, environmental impact assessment and water resources engineering. Other civil engineering options include transportation and structural engineering. The mechanical engineering program also offers options in aerospace, biomechanics and patent law. Both the BS and BA degrees in computer science offer options in bioinformatics, biomedical computing, computer security & information assurance, and digital media.
Various minors and secondary fields are possible throughout SEAS and the University, including a concentration in general business within the School of Business combined with SEAS BS and BA programs.
The core curriculum of courses completed in the first four semesters provides the base of scientific principles and mathematical techniques necessary for the professional courses taken in the last four semesters. SEAS students must also complete an approved program of electives in humanities and social sciences.
An honors research program offers students the opportunity to conduct research projects with faculty for academic credit. In addition, an optional co-op program enables students to combine academic coursework and paid work experience with employers such as NASA and IBM. SEAS also provides internship opportunities through its own Careers Services Office. The Office's goal is to provide an internship for every SEAS student who desires one.
Every SEAS undergraduate is assigned a faculty adviser to assist with course selection and orientation in the professional discipline.
Students in good academic standing are eligible to take a secondary field in another of GW's schools, with scholarship requirements determined by the school offering the field.
Double Majors
A SEAS student may pursue a second major in GW's Columbian College of Arts and Sciences or Elliott School of International Affairs, provided permission to do so is obtained from both schools concerned. The second major may supplement the SEAS major, but not substitute for it.
Undergraduates in the Elliott School or in Columbian College may pursue a second BA major in SEAS, again provided that permission to do so has been obtained from both schools concerned (Second majors in communication, electronic media, journalism, and political communication are excluded from this option.)
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| Highlights
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- SEAS offers students an almost-free fifth year of studies, if needed, to earn their degrees (special conditions apply)
- Ninety-nine percent of full-time faculty hold PhDs
- Merit scholarships are available to international students based on outstanding academic achievement
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| Facts
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| Year Program Founded | 1884 | | Program Length | 4 years | | Degrees Offered | BA, BS | | Postgraduate Opportunities | yes |
Calendar Year:
fall semester (Aug – Dec)
spring semester (Jan – May)
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| Disciplines
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Applied Science and Technology; Biomedical Engineering; Civil Engineering; Computer Engineering; Computer Science; Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Systems Engineering
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| Recognition
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- ABET-accredited programs at GW are listed following the profile section
- Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and on approved list of the American Association of University Women
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| Student Profile
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| Students Applied/yr | 975 | | Students Accepted/yr | 556 | | Students Enrolled/yr | 150 | | Total Program Enrollment | 535 | | Class Sizes: | | | Junior Level | 12 (avg) | | Senior Level | 10 (avg) |
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| University and Location
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The George Washington University was founded in 1821 and today consists of eight schools.
There are three GW campuses. The main campus, in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood in central Washington, comprises 90 buildings on 43 acres, bordered by the White House, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, World Bank, numerous government buildings, national galleries and museums. The Virginia Campus, created for graduate studies, research projects and professional development programs, is located along the high-tech corridor in Loudoun County. GW's Mount Vernon campus is located in the northwest sector of Washington, a 15-minute bus ride from the Foggy Bottom campus.
Washington, DC contains many famous monuments, while the metropolitan area is the second largest high technology area in the US. Washington was judged the most livable city on the East Coast by Money Magazine.
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| Admissions
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Admission preference for places in the fall semester is given to students who submit the application January 10. Students who wish to begin in the spring semester should submit the application by November 1.
Applicants from high schools must arrange to have a complete academic record, teacher- and counselor-endorsed recommendations, and SAT I or ACT scores sent to the Office of Admissions. Submission of SAT II scores in writing and mathematics is recommended.
International students must have all educational institutions attended send copies of official records listing subjects studied, grades received, examinations taken and degrees received to the Office of Admissions. Certified copies of diplomas, certificates and records of state examinations are also required. Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Students from countries where English is not an official language must submit TOEFL results, preferably with the Test of Written English (TWE). The IELTS may be substituted for the TOEFL.
Any international student planning to stay under the authorization of either a student or exchange visitor visa must submit a financial certificate and bank letter with the application.
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| Support for International Students
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Programs and services for The George Washington University's international students, scholars, faculty and staff are coordinated by the International Services Office (ISO). The ISO helps international students to comply with US government regulations, books appointments with student advisers and provides information about housing, insurance, transportation and financial aid. The ISO also organizes social activities and special programs such as English conversation groups and international student orientations, which take place prior to the fall and spring semesters.
SEAS has established the Bridge Program with Georgetown University (GU) for students who meet other admission criteria but are lacking in English language proficiency. Students are referred to GU's English as a Foreign Language Program where they can develop their English language skills to a level acceptable to SEAS.
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| Buildings and Facilities
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The School of Engineering and Applied Science maintains extensive and varied computing facilities as well as an array of laboratory facilities to support study and research in such areas as general-purpose electronics, computer science, computer engineering, graphics, computer-aided design, robotics and computer-aided manufacturing, computer-aided engineering, artificial intelligence, software engineering, decision support systems, interactive multimedia, power systems, control systems, medical engineering, combustion diagnostics, fluid mechanics and hydraulics, environmental engineering, propulsion, soil mechanics, thermal sciences and instrumentation, materials science and engineering, thin-film development, communications, microwaves and lasers.
The Center for Academic Technologies supports all aspects of instruction, including assisting faculty in the development of new teaching approaches and materials and the operation of the University's many technology-enhanced classrooms and computer laboratories, which are available to all students for class projects and individual research.
The library collections of the University are housed in the Melvin Gelman Library (the general Library of the University), Jacob Burns Law Library, Paul Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library, and Eckles Memorial Library on the Mount Vernon campus. These collections contain over 2 million volumes. University appropriations supplemented by endowments and gifts provide research materials in the social sciences, the humanities, the sciences, engineering, and business. Gifts from many sources have enriched the collections. The libraries hold over 18,000 serials.
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| University and Location
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| Total Enrollment | 25,280 | | Private vs Public | private | | Campus Setting | urban and suburban | | # in College Housing | 8,000 |
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| Location at a Glance
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| City Population | 550,551 | | Climate Range | 25° to 88° F |
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| Admissions at a Glance
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Minimum Academic Requirements:
High school transcript; SAT I or ACT scores; SAT II recommended
Minimum English Requirements:
TOEFL 550 (pbt), 213 (cbt), 80 (ibt)
Domestic Student Application Deadlines:
January 10 (fall semester)
November 1 (spring semester)
International Student Application Deadlines:
January 10 (fall semester)
November 1 (spring semester)
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| International Students
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| Institute Enrollment | 431 | | Program Enrollment | 60 | | % of Program Enrollment | 12 | | Admitted/yr to Program | n/a |
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| Countries of Origin:
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GW's international students come from 125 countries, including China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the UK.
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| Annual Expenses (in US$)
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| In-State Tuition | $40,392 | | Out-of-State Tuition | $40,392 | | Int'l Student Tuition | $40,392 | | Int'l Student Fees | n/a | | Co-op Term Fees | n/a | | Total Tuition for Degree: | | | In-State Students | $161,568 | | Out-of-State Students | $161,568 | | International Students | $161,568 | | Books | $1,000 (+ health ins.) | | Accommodation (including food costs): | | | Residence | $9,920 (9 months) | | Private | n/a | | Homestay | n/a |
GW Fixed Tuition Plan
GW is committed to attracting academically qualified students. Through the University's innovative fixed-rate tuition plan, students no longer need to be concerned about annual tuition increases. The tuition paid as an entering student remains fixed for the undergraduate program as long as continuous full-time enrollment is maintained and the student is registered for a minimum of 12 semester hours of study each fall and spring term. Students also get the flexibility of a tuition fixed for up to ten semesters of study should a fifth year be required to achieve their academic goals. There are no additional fees except for a minimal Student Association fee.
GW's fixed tuition plan is unique. Up front it allows families to know the cost of a GW education, not just for the first year, but through the conclusion of a degree program. In comparing costs of education and offers of financial assistance, GW's fixed-tuition plan gives families a long-term, guaranteed outlook.
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