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Whether you are taking the first steps to applying to GW’s Columbian College, newly accepted or already part of the CCAS student body — welcome! Our renowned faculty, stellar student leaders and graduate studies staff are here to help you get the information and resources you need.
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Columbian College by the Numbers
2,200
Graduate Students
500+
Permanent Full-Time
Faculty Members
88,000
CCAS Alumni Living in All 50 States and 120+ Countries
Graduate Students in Action

Bouchet Society Students Recognized for Research and Advocacy
March 12, 2025
Five PhD students will be inducted into the prestigious Bouchet Graduate Honor Society, which celebrates excellence and diversity.

Beat the Clock: Students Fast Track in Speed-Thesis Contest
March 12, 2025
Neuroscience PhD candidate Natalie Boyle sprinted to victory in the Three-Minute Thesis Competition.

New CCAS Graduate Degrees Expand Advanced Learning Opportunities
October 10, 2024
From museum studies and history to geography and psychology, the graduate programs cater to students whose interests span disciplines.