BA Anthropology at George Washington University

Programme overview

The GW anthropology program is designed for students looking to immerse themselves in the study of human difference and diversity. Inside the classroom, students in the program learn from an engaged community of professors and researchers about human origins and anatomy, the broad range of approaches to gender, social class, race, material culture, and linguistic variation. Outside the classroom, they have access to one of the world's greatest collections of hominoid fossils and skeletal specimens through partnerships with the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Anthropology | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs. Two-year proficiency in a single foreign language, as demonstrated by completion of four semesters of college-level language study or the equivalent 6–12 credits of coursework in related departments approved by the advisor.

Career pathways

An anthropology degree from GW signifies the ability to synthesize diverse types of data about human beings in ways that are highly sought after in a variety of careers. Graduates have gone on to successful careers in education, healthcare, international development, business, the performing arts, and research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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