American University vs George Washington?

College Search & Selection
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<p>I want to go to a school in DC and right now I am trying to decide which is better between AU and GWU. I want to major in mass communications, and minor in international studies, because my ultimate goal is to be in some job where I travel internationally and do work in communications or journalism of some sort.</p>

<p>My question is which school would be better for that type of job? I know they both supposedly have great communications and media departments, but which would be better overall, as far as getting a job, and just the academics and so forth?</p>

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<p>In addition to whatever people write on here, you should do a search on this website. This question has come up several times before, with many responses.</p>

<p>Have you visited both colleges? The most common comment is that some people like a more traditional campus, while other people like being in the middle of the city. By the way, American is planning on building a number of new residence halls on the parking lots on the south side of the campus. </p>

<p>I’d apply to both and see which gives you a better aid offer before you make a decision.</p>

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<p>I can’t say which is better, but it sounds like your goals are to follow the path of David Gregory, the host of NBC’s Meet the Press and an AU alum. [David</a> Gregory - Meet the Press - More - msnbc.com](<a href=“http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28075191/ns/meet_the_press-more]David”>http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28075191/ns/meet_the_press-more)</p>

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<p>No need to decide which one you prefer now. Apply to both and make that decision if/when you are accepted. GW is more selective than American.</p>

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<p>GW is apparently more selective than AU, but if you look at both schools’ incoming classes’ stats…Not much of a difference. Both universities are in DC so you’ll have a variety of internship opportunities, win-win situation there. AU gives more scholarship and financial aid, if that affects your decision at all.</p>