Chances of Getting into GWU

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Hello there! I posted some time ago on this thread, but I wanted to update some of my scores and extracurriculars.

I’m currently a junior at a highschool in Northern NJ, who is very interested in attending George Washington University.

My weighted GPA is a 3.67 and my unweighted is around 3.38.

I am currently in 3 AP (English 3, European History, United States History) and 1 Honors (French 4) class, and I intend to take 4 AP (English 4, Economics, Biology, French 5) next year.

I have interned with a successful congressional challenger’s campaign and with a state assembly campaign, in their field departments.

I intend to intern in a congressman’s district headquarters during the spring.

I work two jobs. One as a waiter during summers, and another during the sophomore and freshman school year’s as a sales associate.

I’ve been a captain of my school’s Academic Decathlon team since sophomore year.

I’m currently acting as our school’s ambassador for a European educational tour in summer 2018.

My intended major is International Relations/Affairs with a concentration in conflict resolution.

My (new) SAT reading is a 780, and my (new) SAT math is a 520.

My SAT essay is a 7.

My ACT composite is a 30. Math is a 22, English is a 33, Reading is a 35, and Science is a 29.

I understand that certain credentials may be low for acceptance, but I’m curious to see what my chances are of getting in. I’d also love to know if any of you have advice on what I should focus on most improving.

Thank you very much.

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Look on GWU’s website and see what their median GPA and SAT/ACT is. If you are in that range, you are good. Also, it does not matter how many APs you have taken- your AP scores show if you actually know the material or not.

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@Mfallon11 Your GPA is quite low for GW. The best thing you can do (and it’s getting to be late at this point if you’re not on track) is to get straight A’s this semester to bring-up your GPA a bit. Regardless, GW is going to be a reach- especially for the highly-selective Elliot School (if that’s where you were intending to apply).

I’m not suggesting that you don’t apply, but just make sure that you have realistic expectations. If GW is your dream, then really commit to getting straight A’s this semester. If you are able, tour the campus this summer and meet with your local GW Admissions representative. Write a stellar essay and get glowing recommendations from teachers/counselors/coaches. Even if it’s a long shot, there’s no harm in trying (other than the application fee).

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Thank you very much. You’re response was quite helpful.