What Students Say
Likes
- Scholarship, Location, Course structure, Research opportunities.
- I genuinely appreciate my university for a multitude of reasons. Firstly, the extensive research opportunities available here are exceptional, allowing me to engage in cutting-edge projects and contribute to the advancement of knowledge. The well-structured course curriculum ensures a comprehensive and enriching educational experience.
- Its prime location provides me with a perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty, making campus life truly enjoyable. The university goes the extra mile in catering to students' diverse needs, offering an array of dining options that cater to every palate. Moreover, the prospect of securing up to a 50% scholarship in the School of Engineering and Applied Science is a testament to the institution's commitment to promoting academic excellence and easing the financial burden for deserving students. All these factors make me proud to call my university my academic home.
Dislikes
- Firstly, the teaching quality can vary among professors, and some may not deliver the material as effectively as others, which can make the learning experience less consistent. Additionally, as a private university, the tuition fees can be on the higher side, which could be a significant financial burden for students who do not receive scholarships. These are areas where I believe there's potential for the university to enhance the overall educational experience and alleviate financial stress for its students.
Required Exams for Admission
Good. Campus life, course structure, living and eating options, scholarship opportunity, location is all great. But I expected better faculty, placement opportunity.
Course Curriculum
The course structure is simple and updated. Most classes focus on projects and real-time assignments. I did get a research opportunity with Prof. Gina Adam.
Faculty
1:13 faculty student ratio Faculty is good but only selected professor teach well in the CS department Extremely helpful and approachable Prof. Youssef left an incredible impact on me.
Campus Life
There are many clubs and the campus life is great. Extra curricular, sports, celebration of festivals are all up to the mark.
Placement
Dell picks up many students every year from GW. Most companies that visit do not provide sponsorship so you will have to do that by yourself.
Accommodation
Many options. Metro connectivity is great so you can find cheaper options if you are wiling to commute. I live near the campus in Columbia Plaza Apartments. I live in a 2 bed 2 bath (Huge rooms, huge living area, walk-in closets, modular kitchen). The rent is 3250 and we are 6 people in total.
Exams
GRE: 162-Quant, 146- Verbal Min score: No min score required TOEFL: 96 Min score: 90 SOP: Mention about why you are interested to take up the course you are applying for, why GWU, Any professor who you are interested in working with or doing research. I believe GW had a word limit for the SOP we need to submit. Please strictly follow if there is a limit and do not go beyond the word limit. LOR: I took LOR from 3 professors out of which one was my project mentor).
Fees
$18800 including all the fees(student association, ISO, tuition) everything for 9 credits. Plus 1100 insurance for each Fall semester, 1600 for each Spring semester. (This is university's health insurance, but you have the option to buy it from outside and get this waived off). I did not buy the university's health insurance.
