<p>so, my mom was an undergrad at GW and loved it, and she really wants me to apply there for RD. i'm cautious, though, because i figured due to the location GW's more a school for students interested in pursuing a career in politics, which is way off-base from what i want to study. i'm a liberal-arts kind of a girl, and i really want to study creative writing and film when i go to college. i have no problem hanging out with students who are very invested in politics and whatnot; i like being with people whose interests differ from mine. however, would GW still be a good fit for me and the subjects i want to study?</p>
<p>my stats (to judge whether or not i could even get in):</p>
<p>While GW is renowned for poly sci and international affairs, (largely for the opportunities like internships and location) GW also has very good liberal arts areas. To be honest, I would not go there for engineering, science, or math until the new Science Complex is built which is going to be really huge for the university. But GW has a great history program, english, etc. I am not sure exactly about film and creative writing. I know they have those classes, but I’m not exactly sure how good those programs are</p>
<p>With respect to engineering, science and math @ GW, I disagree! </p>
<p>GW has attracted a lot of applicants the past few years and it has become very difficult to get in (@31% acceptance with a downward trend). This trend most likely applies to the engineering, science and math programs also. </p>
<p>In other words, NOW is the time to apply and try to be accepted in the engineering, science or math programs @ GW before the new engineering complex is built and operational. By the time the complex is operational, it will probably even be more difficult to get in. [I guess just like in any business, get in before everyone else finds out!]</p>
<p>you should do what your guts tell you, not necessarily what your mom’s begging you to do. Ultimately you have to be the one spending the next 4 years there</p>
<p>haha, that’s what I thought at first, but the types of students you’ll meet is usually highly based on the types of classes you’d take. For example, there are a lot of people who are into politics in my English lit class, but in my engineering classes most people are into video games, anime, sports, etc. and not really into politics.
If you’re interested in taking film and creative writing I’m sure you’ll find people to relate to if you go here. But you shouldn’t force yourself to apply just because your mom wants you to. If you visited the school & like it, then you should apply imo. I think your stats looks good. If you’re going into film & writing, though, I think a university in CA or NY might be better, just because there are bigger programs/job opportunities there.</p>
<p>I don’t think of it as a liberal arts kind of place, either, and, I think it’s pretty expensive. On the other hand, Washington, DC can be an exciting place to go to school, whether or not you’re a political junkie.</p>
<p>You can apply to plenty of places. It doesn’t mean you’ll go there- choose a school you like to attend. Apply to some safety schools that you know are a safe match with your test scores and GPA, too, as well as reach schools.</p>
<p>Test scores: weak
GPA: ok, somewhat average/weak, especially for few AP classes
APs: weak
Honors: fine
ECs: average</p>
<p>I’m a freshman at GW right now and my stats were quite similar to yours!
SATs: CR- 780 W- 750 M-550 and 600’s on my two subject tests.
Only 3 AP courses, 15/300, I’m not even sure what my GPA was but it was probably about the same as yours. Similar EC’s as well. </p>
<p>GW was my top choice school ever since I visited the summer before senior year. At that point, I was interested in International Affairs and was planning on applying to the Elliott School. However, literally days before the RD application was due, I changed to an “Undeclared” major. I was accepted and given a pretty hefty scholarship (otherwise, I certainly wouldn’t be here).</p>
<p>The end of first semester is approaching, and I’ve found myself ready to declare a double major in Art History and Anthropology. It’s a big leap from my original plan, but I have just completed courses in both departments. I learned so much and I really got to take advantage of DC’s awesome museums.
My roommate is actually Creative Writing/English major, and one of my friends is double majoring in Dramatic Literature and Psychology. Both seem very pleased with their courses thus far. GW is such a large school that it’s entirely possible to study in one of the less-popular departments while still receiving a great education.</p>
<p>Moral here? You can love GW without being a Poli Sci/IAFF major. Sure, people will talk politics a lot, but it’s was immediately evident to me that GW has a diverse student body. If you like GW, then by all means, apply. </p>