BSc in Computer Science

Additional Information & Requirements

• Important Details: Students interested in the Seven-Year B.A./M.D program must select the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences as their Primary School. The Seven-Year B.A./M.D program does not require a separate application however you must apply by November 15th. Seven-Year B.A./M.D applicants are unable to apply Early Decision 1 or 2. You must apply under the Regular Decision plan.
• SAT/ACT Update: ​George Washington University (GW) has been test-optional for most applicants since 2015. This means submitting SAT or ACT scores is optional; applicants can choose to include them if they believe the scores reflect their academic abilities. However, certain groups are required to submit test scores: applicants to the seven-year B.A./M.D. program, homeschooled students, and those from schools that provide only narrative evaluations without grades. Choosing not to submit test scores does not disadvantage applicants in the admissions process or in consideration for merit scholarships, except for the specified programs. If an applicant opts not to submit scores, even if they appear on the high school transcript, GW will not consider them.
• SAT/ACT Score Reporting: GW will superscore both the SAT and the ACT, which means that the Admissions Committee will consider only the highest critical reading, math, and writing scores you’ve submitted, regardless of test administration. We will not recalculate a new composite score from subsection scores on various dates. Students can self- report scores and if they choose to attend the university, then the official scores have to sent: SAT Code: 5246, ACT Code: 0664. Note, GW considers only the critical reading and math sections of the SAT for admission.
• English Language Proficiency: ​At George Washington University (GW), applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official scores from one of the following tests: TOEFL (minimum score of 90), IELTS Academic (minimum overall score of 6.5), PTE Academic (minimum score of 61), or Duolingo English Test (minimum score of 115). These scores should be sent directly from the testing agencies; institutional test scores are not accepted. Applicants scoring below certain thresholds may be required to enroll in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program during their first year. However, EAP may be waived if higher test scores are achieved or if the applicant meets specific criteria, such as completing four years of secondary education in English or achieving certain scores on standardized tests like the SAT or ACT. Additionally, GW offers the option to submit an unscripted video interview through InitialView to showcase English communication skills, though this is optional and does not replace the English proficiency requirement.​
• Recommendations: School Report- Required, Counselor Recommendation- Required, Mid Year Report- Required, Final Report- Required, Teacher Evaluation(s): 1 Required, 1 Optional, Other Evaluation(s): 0 Required, 2 Optional.
• Portfolio Requirements: If you're applying to the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design to major in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Interaction Design or Photojournalism, you must submit a portfolio of 12 to 20* completed works of art. If possible, the work in your portfolio should be related to your area of interest. The portfolio must be submitted by the application deadline through SlideRoom. *Graphic Design majors must submit a minimum of 15 completed works of art
• Writing Requirements: Common App essay- Required, Supplemental essays- depending on your answers to questions.
• You can apply through the common app.