Undergraduate Majors

GW Undergraduate Majors

Columbian College offers 67 undergraduate majors ranging from astrophysics and art history to political science and photojournalism. Our students are immersed in the cultural, scientific, analytical and theoretical realms—and thrive in the spaces where these realms intersect.

If you are curious, disciplined, politically active and socially aware, you will feel right at home at Columbian College.


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A Major Impact: News from CCAS Undergrads

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Class of 2025 Share GW Memories

May 21, 2025

From internships and classroom experiences to lifelong friendships and one-of-a-kind events, the CCAS Class of 2025 recalled their fondest GW memories.

Emily-Anne Santiago

From Campus Leader to Truman Scholar: Junior Honored for Public Service

May 21, 2025

Political science and accounting major Emily-Anne Santiago was one of 54 outstanding students nationwide to receive the highly competitive scholarship.

Commencement speaker Jonquel Jones at a podium in a blue gown and black cap

‘Your Gut Doesn’t Lie’: WNBA’s Jones Inspires Graduates to Trust Their Instincts

May 18, 2025

The GW basketball Hall of Famer and former CCAS criminal justice major headlined a joyous Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2025 on the National Mall.

 

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Nora Houseman
 
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"One of my favorite parts of GW is its location in the heart of such a powerful city. I love how students here can see and be a part of all the action this city is known for, and can engage with and uplift the communities and movements around them."

Nora Houseman
BS '23, Chemistry