Columbian Grad Alumni
Heather Higginbottom
Heather Higginbottom, MA ’99, became the first female deputy secretary of state for management and resources in December 2013. She previously served as counselor to Secretary of State John Kerry and deputy director of the White House Domestic Policy Council.
Priya Dhanani
Priya Dhanani, MA ’14, conducts presentations in a variety of venues to illuminate the truths behind human sex trafficking. She is the director of prevention education for FAIR Girls, a D.C.-based nonprofit which works to eradicate child sex trafficking.
Jackie Biggs
Jackie Biggs, MA ’13, has been working as an art therapist for combat veterans returning from duty in Afghanistan and Iraq. At Fort Belvoir's Community Hospital, Biggs assists in the veterans' process of coping with traumatic events.
Larry Cook
Larry Cook, MFA ’12, created his project "All American" with the intention of delivering a powerful and jarring image that sends a deliberate message to viewers. He goes beyond social implications to confront race and identity.
Welcome to Columbian College Graduate Studies
Graduate programs in GW's Columbian College of Arts and Science are a magnet for top scholars and a catalyst for learning and discovery in a wide spectrum of arts, humanities, and social and hard science fields. Our degrees and certificates integrate the highest caliber of education, from our world-renowned programs in subjects like History, Political Science and Public Policy, to our pioneering work in Art Therapy, Forensic Sciences and LGBT health.
An advanced degree from one of GW's 82 Arts & Sciences Programs is unlike any other graduate school experience. Not only are we steps from the most influential institutions in Washington, D.C., but our faculty and alumni networks include an extraordinary variety of internationally-recognized leaders. At the Columbian College, you will be given the tools to thrive both intellectually and professionally.
For additional information, email askccas@gwu.edu.6 Reasons to Study at GW's Columbian College
Career Potential
Capitol Location
Alumni & Faculty Network
Research Funding and Opportunities
Evening and Online Classes
Interdisciplinary Studies
Career Potential
A degree or certificate from Columbian positions students for success in their chosen career path. Our programs combine academic rigor with real-world experiences to maximize post-graduation opportunities.
Capitol Location
Just blocks from the White House and U.S. Capitol, Columbian College offers extraordinary access to many of the world’s most influential institutions.
Alumni & Faculty Network
GW holds frequent networking events to help students connect with our distingushed faculty and the thousands of accomplished alumni working in the District and across the world.
Research Funding and Opportunities
With nearly $12 million in 2013 research funding, the Columbian College ensures its students and faculty have opportunities to pursue their projects. Competitive fellowship positions are also available.
Evening and Online Classes
The curriculum for nearly all advanced degree and certificate programs include evening and online classes to accommodate the schedules of working professionals.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Columbian College students can tailor their studies to fit their goals by incorporating courses from other GW schools, such as the Elliott School of International Affairs and the Milken Institute School of Public Health.
GW Virtual Tour
Navigate GW’s campuses and Washington, D.C., while learning more about our facilities and history.
Columbian College of Arts & Sciences
Phillips Hall
801 22nd St. NW
Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-6210 | Fax: 202-994-0854
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