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• George Washington University is a private institution of higher learning, granting undergraduate and graduate degrees. The George Washington Colonials are members of the Atlantic 10 conference.

• Fast Facts

  1. Established: 1821
  2. Location: Washington, DC
  3. President: Steven Knapp
  4. Faculty: Approximately 2100
  5. Nickname: Colonials
  6. Motto: "Deus Nobis Fiducia"—Latin for "In God Our Trust"
  7. Acceptance Rate: 36%
  8. Weather: Washington, DC

• History:

  George Washington university was first established in 1821. The institution was first known as the Columbian college in the district of Columbia. In 1904, the name was changed to George Washington University.Gwu.edu: Brief History of GW

  The institution is made up nine schools and colleges: professional studies, arts and science, international affairs, education and human development, law, business, engineering and applied sciences, medicine and health, and public health and health services.Gwu.edu:Academics

• Notable Alumni

  • Colin Powell
  • Courteney Cox Arquette
  • Kerry Washington
  • Alec Baldwin
  • L. Ron Hubbard
  • Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
  • Rachel Zoe
  • Red Auerbach

• Mission Statement Excerpt

  "The George Washington University, an independent academic institution chartered by the Congress of the United States in 1821, dedicates itself to furthering human well-being. The University values a dynamic, student-focused community stimulated by cultural and intellectual diversity and built upon a foundation of integrity, creativity, and openness to the exploration of new ideas." Gwu.edu: Mission Statement

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