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Undergraduate
As an undergraduate in Columbian College, you are in a unique position to maximize your #OnlyatGW experience. From exclusive academic courses to enriching research opportunities, Columbian College is dedicated to providing you with experiential and engaged learning experiences both in and outside the classroom. And, with more than 160 majors, minors and combined degree programs (bachelor’s + master’s), we offer a program of study suited for virtually every interest.
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"GW truly takes advantage of its location. As an international student at GW, the abundant resources and events with international organizations and global leaders also allowed me to fully capitalize on my background and strengths, and better prepared me for future opportunities."
Stephen Li
BA '25, Journalism and Mass Communication
Undergraduate Student Spotlights
Loneliness and Local News: How ‘News Deserts’ Increase Isolation
October 14, 2026
A new study by GW political science researchers found that the decline of local news is leaving Americans less informed—and more isolated.
A Lasting Tribute: $16 Million Endowed Gift Honors Late English Professor Astere Claeyssens
October 14, 2026
A historic gift to the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences honors a legendary educator, known for his student-centered approach to the liberal arts.
Picturing 9/11: Alumnus’ Photos Frame GW Story
September 3, 2026
On Sept. 11, 2001, alumnus Brandon Perlman, BA ’04, turned his camera on a campus in crisis. His photographs preserve GW’s experience.