George Washington University

The George Washington University (GW) is a private federally-chartered research university located in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1821 by the United States Congress, GW is one of the nation's six federally chartered universities and is the first university established under Washington D.C.'s jurisdiction. With a diverse community of over 26,500 students and a strong commitment to research, GW offers degree programs in seventy-one disciplines across its fourteen schools and colleges.