BS Chemistry at George Washington University

Programme overview

Students in GW's bachelor of science in chemistry program study problems of critical importance to the world while engaging in cutting-edge research alongside expert faculty and graduate students. The program provides a hands-on approach to modern laboratory practices and instrumentation supported by curricula in analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry. Pairing academic rigor with rich research in the nation’s capital, students graduate with the expertise to pursue opportunities in a variety of areas.

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

Career pathways

Chemistry is a powerful springboard to rich and rewarding careers, from patent law and medicine, pharmacology and pharmacy, clinical and forensic laboratories, to material science or academics.

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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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