BS Computer Engineering at George Washington University

Programme overview

George Washington University's computer engineering program prepares students to specialize in computer systems architecture, computer communications networking, and very-large-scale integrated (VLSI) systems. The classroom experience is enhanced by opportunities for students to be involved in cutting-edge, high-profile research projects and internships at federal laboratories and high-tech companies, all made possible by GW's location in the nation's capital.

Faculty: School of Engineering and Applied Science | Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering | Duration: 9 credits | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

129 credits as outlined below in required and elective courses, including completion of a 9-credit specialized track. A minimum technical GPA of 2.2 and SEAS GPA of 2.0. A student’s technical GPA is calculated using all technical engineering courses outlined below in the fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth semesters of the curriculum. The plan of study lists all course requirements in sequence for the degree.

Career pathways

Program graduates have gone on to careers in companies such as Intel, Qualcomm, Google, Microsoft, and Apple, or have continued their education at the top graduate and doctoral programs in the country.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the university via the Office of Undergraduate Admissions (Common Application); the programme page lists no major-specific entry requirement.

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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