The George Washington University review

The George Washington University (GW) was established in the heart of the nation's capital in 1821, and provides innovative programs in more than 200 fields of study, including graduate certificate, master's and doctoral programs. Under the guidance of a world-renowned faculty, you will explore both theory and practice in courses that prepare you to meet the needs of an increasingly complex society.

The University offers a select group of career-focused graduate degree and certificate programs at convenient locations near you in Washington, DC and throughout Virginia. The convenience of attending classes near home, work or online enables working adults to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to gain an edge in today's highly competitive job market. All classes afford students the same academic excellence offered at GW's main campus in convenient evening and weekend class formats.


MBA in Health Care Management (Online)


The George Washington University's MBA Health Care program is immersed in values, rigorous in theory and experiential in practice. It is a program based on the concepts of ethics, global business, and leadership that prepares you for success on multiple levels. GW's standards are high for both this program and its students. Those who are part of this program will join an elite group of health care leaders who have the desire and motivation to advance their careers to the highest level possible. The two-year program is taught by world-renowned faculty with experience in health care and business. It includes all the core courses of a traditional MBA program, and 12 electives from which to choose that best suit your professional goals and objectives.

The GW MBA Health Care program is delivered online, providing you with the convenience and flexibility to complete this degree from your home, your office, or anywhere with internet access. The GW School of Business offers an unmatchable education and experience--located next to the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, between the White House and the State Department, connected to the esteemed GW Medical Teaching Hospital, and at the intersection of the nation's public and private sectors. Our faculty bring an expansive, global perspective to teaching, research, and consulting. GW has consistently been ranked among the top national universities by U.S. News & World Report. According to The Financial Times' annual rankings of business schools, the GW MBA ranks among top 50 for US schools. The School of Business is accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the hallmark of excellence in business education.
Master of Professional Studies in Political Management (Online)


The George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management offers an online Master's in Political Management. This professional master's degree will provide you with a new perspective on how to positively influence the political process at the national, state or local levels. By going beyond theory with a curriculum that teaches practical applications to politics today, this master's degree gives you hands-on experience that will boost your political career.

You can complete all coursework online without sacrificing your home or work life. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of campaign management, lobbying and government relations, issues management and advocacy, fundraising, corporate and trade association public affairs, polling and strategic research techniques, and political leadership.

Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Public Relations (Online)


The George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management offers an online Master's in Strategic Public Relations. This master's degree delves into the underpinnings of the field integrated with the practical application of communications, ethics, research, public policy, politics and the emerging demands of new media. This program will have particular relevance to public relations professionals who work in public policy and politics, PR firms, and corporate or non-profit PR departments. Finally, an online master's degree designed for fresh thinkers and influential communicators.