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George Washington University

How this student rated the school
Educational QualityD Faculty AccessibilityB+
Useful SchoolworkB Excess CompetitionB
Academic SuccessC Creativity/ InnovationD-
Individual ValueF University Resource UseB
Campus Aesthetics/ BeautyA- FriendlinessA-
Campus MaintenanceA Social LifeA
Surrounding CityA+ Extra CurricularsC
SafetyA
Describes the student body as:
Arrogant, Snooty, Closeminded

Describes the faculty as:
Friendly, Helpful

Female
Bright
Lowest Rating
Individual Value
F
Highest Rating
Surrounding City
A+
She cares more about Creativity/ Innovation than the average student.
Date: Nov 27 2007
Major: Undecided (This Major's Salary over time)
GW is a large school with a fair amount of the same people. Personally, I don't think the education is worth the money. While the education is decent, it's simply not worth over 50k a year. Your professors will be willing to help you, if you show them that you're willing to take the time and make adjustments. However, I don't feel like a lot of the students here care about their education. I know plenty of people who just don't go to class.

A vast majority of the student body is very wealthy. This is the top of the top money-wise, and it shows. Designer everything and kids who do not appreciate the value of money have primarily been my main experience. It's hard to find people here who appreciate anything. Being a good sized school, you can probably find people you want to hang out with though, as all types of people do attend GW. The truth is, you may have trouble finding your type of people because of the size, if you're not one of the many who parties hard and doesn't go to class. You can walk the length of the campus without seeing anyone you know, which can be a good thing or a bad thing. In general, I've found people who don't truly care about their education, who ask Mommy or Daddy for everything (and get it), and who aren't all that genuine. But, like I said, there are all types: you just have to search for them.

The city of DC is amazing, and if you are attending GW for politics or international affairs or anything along those lines, GW could be a good decision. There are a ton of options in DC for internships, nightlife, random things to do on a Tuesday, and etc. You don't have to look hard for something to do no matter what your tastes are. GW is one of those schools with a really great location, and, unlike a lot of city schools, the campus is pretty nice. You can walk to much of what you'll need in DC. If you can't walk there, the metro is easy to use. A lot of the museums are free and the city is just an endless supply of options, if you're willing to head out into it.

The campus is also very safe. There are campus police around a lot at night, if you're ever walking home late, and even off campus you will often find local security guards or DC policemen around. If you're on the campus late at night, I really wouldn't worry too much. HOWEVER, if you stray off the campus late at night (past mid-night), you are taking your chances. Don't be stupid (travel in groups, try not to be off campus too late, etc) and you will most likely be fine.

The kids here party a good amount. While the Greek scene isn't huge, it exists. People typically head to clubs or party in the rooms. There's a fair amount of school organizations on campus, but most of them are political in orientation in some way.

Small things to possibly note: GW does not have a football team. GW does not have a cafeteria, which can be very annoying at times. (You eat at restaurants or fast food places for your meals, if you don't have a kitchen. There aren't many options for freshman who want a dorm with a kitchen.) GW does have really nice housing, but it is expensive. GW has a really great community service program. And, as strange as this may be to mention, GW has a pretty large and active gay scene.

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