Key Dates & Deadlines

When applying to the George Washington University (GW), as either a first-year or transfer student, it is important to be aware of the key deadlines that you must adhere to. First-year students have three application options: early decision I, and early decision II, and regular decision. Transfer students can apply for entry for either fall or spring.

First-Year Application Deadlines

Early Decision 1
Early Decision 2
Regular Decision
First-Year Spring Admission

First-Year Notification Dates

Early Decision I

By Late December

Early Decision II

By Late February

Regular Decision

By Late March

Seven-Year B.A./M.D.

Interview Status: Mid-January

Program Decision: By Early April

Spring Admission

By Early December

 

Transfer Application Deadlines

Spring Transfer Deadline: October 1
Fall Transfer Deadline: April 15

Transfer Notification Dates

Spring Admission

By Early December

Fall Admission

June-July

 

Financial Aid Deadlines

graphic presentation of calendarYou are required to meet all financial aid deadlines to be fully considered for need-based assistance. Need-based assistance is only available to eligible U.S. citizens and permanent residents. International students are not eligible for need-based assistance. GW encourages you to submit your financial aid application by your admission application deadline for priority processing.