Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I Take Courses Before I Am Admitted to GSEHD?

Yes.  You may take up to one semester of courses in non-degree status before you are officially admitted into a degree or certificate program.  For more information regarding non-degree status and GW, visit http://www.gwu.edu/%7Eous

After the one semester, you must submit a completed application and be offered admission to GSEHD before continuing your coursework.  Please keep in mind published deadlines for admission to each of the academic semesters.

What Is Your Transfer Policy?

In general, a maximum of 12 credit hours taken in non-degree status at GW or another accredited university may be credited towards a master's degree program once admitted.  A maximum of 9 credit hours taken in non-degree status at GW or another accredited university may be credited towards a specialist degree program once admitted.

Can I complete a degree or certificate program at GW while I complete a degree or certificate at another institution?

No, students may not register concurrently in this University and another institution without the prior permission of the Dean's Office.  This policy is in place to ensure the academic success of our students and to protect against potential financial hardships on our students due to excessive tuition costs unfunded by Federal Financial Aid.

Do You Only Admit New Students In The Fall?

The Graduate School of Education and Human Development considers applications  in the spring, summer, or fall semester.  Please review the programs list for specific information about the program you are interested in pursuing.

How Are Applications Evaluated?

As soon as applicants have submitted all documents to complete their application, it is sent for review by the program's faculty and the dean's office.  All the documents in the application are considered when making an admissions recommendation and an interview may be requested.

What Is The Cost Of Tuition?

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Is There Any Tuition Support of Financial Assistance Available?

The Graduate School of Education and Human Development offers merit-based tuition support on an annual basis to qualified applicants.  Please go to Tuition Support for more details.

Federal financial aid is also available to our graduate students through the Office of Financial Assistance.  You may contact them directly at (800) 222-6242 or (202) 994-6620 for loan procedures, requirements, and deadlines.

When Are Classes Held?

You will find that most are held during the evening or on the weekend for full-time and part-time study at various locations. Most of our classes meet at 4pm or later in order to accommodate the needs of working adults.  Please consult the GW Schedule of Classes for specific times and locations.