Undergraduate
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The academic heart of GW and home of the engaged liberal arts.
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.
Register for Summer Session II!
Satisfy prerequisites, complete requirements and make progress toward graduation. Deadline to sign up for Session II is June 29.
Congratulations, Class of 2025!
Relive the memories from graduation weekend with photos, program books, awardee details and more.
Prospective Students
Current Students
"My undergraduate experience at GW has been filled with impactful moments, individuals and experiences so it is hard to pinpoint just one. I feel very fortunate to have been able to meet so many amazing and uplifting individuals through my time in the direct GW community."
Halea Kerr-Layton
BA '19, Spanish & Latin American Language,
Literatures and Cultures
Undergraduate Student Spotlights
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.
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.
‘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.