<p>20091990: I live on the Vern right now and all the dorms actually have quite a different feel. I would go for Somers on the Vern, which is the biggest dorm on that campus. It houses about 250 people and it probably has the most social atmosphere out of all the dorms on the Vern. The Vern has a very close community feel. You get to know everyone and you never have trouble getting a spot at the library, gym, dining hall, etc. Somers also has its own gym in the basement and we can hang out on the quad, play on the soccer fields, use the pool, etc. We also get a lot of free stuff and free programming, as the Vern has its own budget and they want to entice people to live there. I live in Somers as part of the Women's Leadership Program and I've had sophomores tell me my room is nicer than their rooms. It's nicer than almost any other freshman housing, as half of Somers was recently rennovated and our bathrooms are really big with double sinks, floor to ceiling storage, a separate toilet room, and huge mirrors. The rooms tend to be less cramped and cluttered than other freshman dorms. I didn't really mind the Vern Express ride at the beginning of the year, but it is starting to get a little old, especially as I get more involved on campus. I don't regret living there for freshman year, though.</p>
<p>QUESTION:</p>
<p>What is the typical profile for University Honors Program applicants (scores, GPA, but also ECs), and when do RD applicants find out if they are accepted into the program?</p>
<p>^ALSO:</p>
<p>Is GW "stingy" about Merit Scholarships? My son REALLY wants to go to GW, but he cannot afford the 52k tuition, and we "make too much money" for financial assistance or need-based help. Merit is therefore his only chance.</p>
<p>how do you think GW looks at medical issues when evalu. applicants?</p>
<p>thanks cj_svu6 :) !</p>
<p>another question regarding dorms: i was looking on the gw housing website and i noticed that under the descriptions for some halls (like Thurston for example) theres stuff like "The Politics and Public Policy House at Thurston" and "Global Perspectives and Diplomacy House at Thurston". They have different "houses" at different halls too....</p>
<p>So, I'm wondering if anyone has been in those kind of "houses" before and whether it's a different housing experience compared to just living in Thurston without being in The Politics and blah house, etc...? </p>
<p>thanks in advance!</p>
<p>20091990: Technically, every freshman is in a "house" with a "theme." However, unless you are in one of the special programs that you apply to that involve special classes (WLP, Politics and Values, etc.), it really means nothing. You'll get emails from time to time advertising special trips and stuff, but none of it is mandatory. Pick where you want to live based on your room and environment preferences, not the house theme.</p>
<p>Does anyone know about the chemistry program? D2 is interested in chemistry with a potential career in forensics. It seems like there are a lot of research and internship opportunities there.</p>
<p>Also, D1 was accepted to Honors program in Elliott, but chose not to attend. Will that have an impact on D2's chances?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>where do we suppose to send in Final HS transcript? To admission office right? :-/</p>
<p>Does anyone know anything about 2034 G-Street? That’s where I put my top preference on the housing app. Of course, I did some research and it seemed like my best bet. But does anyone have any firsthand experience at all?</p>
<p>Thanks in advance! :D</p>
<p>jeremy: 2034 is usually where they put the engineering students. It’s a really small dorm, but I hear the rooms are decent-sized. The biggest downsides are that there is no elevator (moving your stuff in might be a pain), and it is one of the only dorms where the washing machines don’t take GWorld (stock up on quarters!)</p>
<p>Hello all. </p>
<p>D is a HS Junior. GWU is her “dream school” and the SMPA, her dream program. We visited a few months ago and she was over the moon. Would need major needs-based financial aid to go there. </p>
<p>Candidly, I’m not sure if her stats are high enough to get her in*, but I thought I’d pose this question just in case. </p>
<p>Question: How important is a 4th year of Language for GWU?
There is a conflict in her senior schedule. She signed up to take Latin IV (H) and AP Psych, but they conflict, so she needs to choose. </p>
<p>She’ll call admissions office and ask, but I thought I’d check-in here too. I’m especially intersted to hear from others who were accepted/rejected. </p>
<p>Any thoughts?
Thank you!</p>
<p>*
Stats: (Chance if you like)
4.12 w (I think it’s a 3.7 uw)
1290/1940 (retook in June, waiting for results) CR = 740, M = 550 (ouch), W = 650
29 ACT (will retake next year)
AP = 2
Honors = 7
EC = uber invlovement and leadership positions in Drama
big drawbacks (besides SAT): no Journalism classes taken since they’re really Yearbook classes which conflict with Drama; no newspaper experience available at our school</p>
<p>1sttime- I refused to take Spanish as a Senior after years of terrible teachers. Instead, I took an AP class. I too was initially concerned but it was never an issue for any of the schools that I was accepted into. Further, I noted your daughter’s stats and test scores which were very similar to mine, athough I took two more AP classes and had a 3.8 UWGPA Never submitted my SAT scores, because my CR was lower then my reading score on the ACT. Was accepted to all schools I applied to and ultimately chose GW. My grades in high school def had more weight then my test scores. So she should try to get high grades in her first semester, senior year and request an interview at GW. And, if possible meet with someone in the SMPA program as admission is competitive. Good luck to her, GW is a great place to be.</p>
<p>MsBC -
Thanks for your input. I appreciate it very much. Glad to know someone who is somewhat similar made it! 
</p>
<p>With no hard core AP’s (history / science), I’m afraid her transcript will be too lite. Latin IV is more rigorous than AP Psych (the fluffiest of the AP’s I’m told), so dropping Latin to take AP Psych further’s that concern a bit. </p>
<p>Pretty much the second she stepped foot on campus… it felt like home - she was so comfortable and energized and it just got better and better throughout the day! (Large group info session, tour (FB & MV), “Lunch with a STAR”, met w/ SMPA prof., & attended a class) She loooooved the class she sat-in on… awesome recruiting tool!</p>
<p>Juniors were not permitted to interview, but she will make a point of scheduling an interview witha local rep this year… hopefully that will be enough demonstrated interest because I can’t afford another trip up to visit. </p>
<p>What do you like about attending GW? I’m sure there are many things to love about it - I’m just curious what your impressions are. </p>
<p>Is the sudent paper very active? At some schools the students really rely on it, at others it’s ignored. How often is it issued? (I can check on the website for that.)</p>
<p>1sttimemom- First, GW is in the center of such a great city, that it’s hard not to get caught up in all the excitement. I love going to a school that is urban, but also feels like a college campus. There is so much to do in DC, Georgetown, etc. that you can choose your activities, and do not have to be stuck in the dorm or at frat/sorority parties every weekend if that’s not your thing. GW students like to have fun but most of my friends are also serious about their academics, so it’s a great balance. Also, the dorms are nicer then most and as a freshman, I found the majority of my profs and TA’s very helpful.
I am currently in the CCAS but may transfer into IA school. It’s also a tremendous plus to be able to take classes among different schools within GW. The SMPA however, has different requirements and as I said before, is known to be more competitive then other programs.<br>
Initially, it is an adjustment because lots of wealthy kids go here, but once you find the right mix of people, then it’s a great place to attend school.<br>
From what I know from my friends who are writers, the GW Hatchet is a good paper with active reporters. You can access it at : [GW</a> Hatchet](<a href=“http://www.gwhatchet.com%5DGW”>http://www.gwhatchet.com)</p>
<p>Best of Luck!</p>
<p>MsBC - thanks so much for your impressions!</p>
<p>hi 1sttimemom</p>
<p>I’m an incoming freshman at GW this year, and depending on your daughter’s interviewer they might tell her what they told me, and what I’ve heard around, a lot.</p>
<p>On average, the SMPA accepts about 90 students a year, out of…well, a lot. If you’re iffy about your daughter even getting in (as I was about myself) she should put her major as one inside of the Columbian or Elliott schools and plan to transfer into SMPA her sophomore year, as it is easier to do an in-house transfer rather than direct admittance and also more common. I wish her luck, as her stats were very similar (actually better) than mine, and hope I helped.</p>
<p>CiJ -
Thanks for your thoughts. </p>
<p>I was under the impression that she could apply to GWU & SMPA and those admissions would be handled separately, (meaning that being rejected by SMPA as a Freshman wouldn’t have any affect on her acceptance to GWU), and the those not accepted into SMPA as freshman are automatically placed into CCAS.</p>
<p>I wonder if I have that wrong?</p>
<p>I do recall from our visit that you can only apply to SMPA twice.</p>
<p>So, she may have a better chance if she applies to GWU asking to enter CCAS rather than SMPA.<br>
Got it. </p>
<p>Thanks.
I wish you all the best next year. How lucky you are to be going to such an amazing school! Take advantage of all it has to offer you!
I hope you enjoy your summer!</p>
<p>do a lot of freshmen bring TVs?
can someone explain the freshmen meal plan?</p>
<p>thanks!</p>
<p>1sttime- Yes, admission to the school and SMPA are handled differently. I think your daughter should try to apply directly to SMPA if that’s what she wants to do; it’s not a big deal if she doesn’t get in. She’ll just take classes to fulfill her general CCAS requirements her freshman year and then re-apply to SMPA.</p>
<p>kid- Yes, a lot of people bring TVs. I’d suggest coordinating with your roommates about who brings what so you don’t end up with more than you need! </p>
<p>As for the freshman meal plan, you will get a certain amount of money on your GWorld card (I forget how much). It works like a debit card at a ton of restaurants, take-out places, and stores both on and off campus. As a freshman, you have to spend a certain amount of that money at GW venues (basically the places in the Marvin Center and on the Vern). There is no traditional all-you-can-eat cafeteria, but J Street Cafe is pay-by-the-pound and has a wide variety of food that changes daily.</p>
<p>gwsenior – as a polisci major (i plan on majoring in polisci also), what courses did you take to fulfill your natural sciences GCR? i really dont like science and im not sure what courses i should take to fulfill the required 3. any recommendations?</p>