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Office of Admissions
Walter G. Ross Hall, Suite 716
Phone: (202) 994-3506
Fax: (202) 994-1753
Email: medadmit@gwu.edu 

Office of Financial Aid
Walter G. Ross Hall, Suite 711
Phone: (202) 994-2960
Fax: (202) 994-9488
Email: medfinan@gwu.edu 

Office of Student Opportunities
Walter G. Ross Hall, Suite 718
Phone: (202) 994-2295
Fax: (202) 994-4740
Email: oso@gwumc.edu

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Become a Part of the GW Community

The medical students who enroll in GW’s School of Medicine and Health Sciences are as diverse as the experiences and specialties offered. The 2009 entering medical school class ranged in age from 20 to 49, with an average age of 24. In stark contrast to those early days in 1884, last year's class was 58 percent female. Included in this mix are students matriculating directly following undergraduate study, mid-career professionals, and individuals looking to make a career change.

Life on Campus

While coursework is an integral part of any medical student's life, it is only part of the experience at GW. There are plenty of education-related opportunities outside the classroom. Moreover, an ideal location in the heart of the nation's capital creates plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, enjoying cultural events, exploring, or even discovering a new favorite hobby.

Ross Hall is the center of activity for both the School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the School of Public Health and Health Services. As a result, health professions students congregate in the building, sharing the library, student lounge, and activity space. The GW Hospital is adjacent to Ross Hall with a full-service cafeteria and Starbucks.

Students can also unwind right inside Ross Hall. In Spring 2009, a new student lounge was opened. This “all wireless” facility is available for relaxation 24 hours a day. A separate kitchen area is equipped with microwaves, a refrigerator, tables, and chairs. In addition, there are two big-screen TVs with DVD players. Large, comfortable couches and chairs complete the spacious area.

GW student associations  sponsor a variety of activities, including educational and social events. The Marvin Center is home to the Student Activities Center, student organization offices, the Dorothy Betts Marvin Theater, a travel agency, campus bookstore, the "J Street" food court, and a Ticketmaster. Nearby Lisner Auditorium presents plays, musicals, and major concerts.

Students interested in athletics can participate in activities, such as intramural sports and aerobics classes. The brand new, state-of-the-art Lerner Health and Wellness Center, located only two blocks from Ross Hall, is an 188,000 square foot facility that hosts a wide variety of fitness and instructional classes; walk-in recreation; club and intramural sports; and wellness programs and services. It includes a wellness and fitness instructional multi-purpose room; a 9,800 square foot cardiovascular and strengthening center; gymnasiums with basketball, volleyball, or badminton courts; an indoor 3-lane jogging track, 3-lane indoor 25-yard lap pool; and racquetball courts.

Life in Washington D.C.

GW is an intimate campus nestled in the heart of one of the most powerful cities in the world. The campus is within walking distance of the White House, the World Bank, the Department of State, the National Academy of Sciences, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Smithsonian Institution, and many other governmental, historical, and cultural landmarks. The campus is subway accessible; the Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro stop sits immediately outside Ross Hall.

D.C. also boasts a variety of cultural activities. Students have easy access to a wide variety of museums, including the Air and Space Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and the Museum of American History, as well as art galleries, such as the National Gallery of Art, the Hirshorn Museum, and the Corcoran Gallery of Art, most of which are free of charge. The National Theater, the Warner Theater, Arena Stage, the Shakespeare Theater, among numerous others, bring a range of shows to the city.

A diverse and exciting nightlife surrounds the campus. Two nearby neighborhoods- Georgetown, with its historic charm, and Adams Morgan, characterized by ethnic diversity and flavor- offer restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and nightspots galore.

Washington is a beautiful city for outdoor activities. The downtown and neighboring communities are filled with trails for hiking, biking, running, and inline skating. For those who prefer the water, there are paddleboats for rent along the Tidal Basin and canoeing down the Potomac River, all within easy walking distance of the campus. Adults and children alike enjoy the excitement of the National Zoo, where the pandas on loan from China are always the main attraction.

Washington is uniquely situated near the mountains for hiking and skiing, the Chesapeake Bay for fishing and water sports, the beach for a relaxing getaway, and scenic Skyline Drive for camping or nature watching.

Housing Information

The Washington D.C. area is abundant with off-campus housing options. Specific housing opportunities will be posted to the accepted student group as our office receives information.  Check out the page for more information on current student housing.

Meet Alexandra Sims

First-Year Medical Student
Community Health Track
ISCOPES participant
Class Representative for Harm Reduction Interest Group
Member of the Student National Medical Association

WHY GW?
The People
I love my classmates. Not only are they interesting, smart, and fun, but they each bring a unique perspective to the table from which I can learn—both inside and outside of the classroom.

The Place
What better place than Washington, D.C.—with its diverse population and endless opportunities for community involvement—to experience the field of medicine and to discover where you best fit?

Set in a city with such a rich cultural environment, GW encourages you to strike a healthy balance between your studies and your life – which, I think, will make you a better doctor, and a better person.

The Curriculum
The curriculum is set up to keep things in perspective. We don’t just focus on knowing the information, but also understanding why we need to know it, while remembering who it is going to affect. I am really learning what being a doctor is going to mean—both to me and to my community.

Meet Todd Pierce

Second-Year Medical Student

M.D./M.P.H Program

Research Track

Co-President of the Thalamus Club

Member of Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group

Leader of the Christian Medical Dental Association

Last summer, I had the opportunity to conduct research in the competitive field of Orthopedic Surgery. Not only did this experience allow me to have my work published, but I also was able to develop valuable relationships with doctors and residents, solidifying my desire to pursue a career in pediatric orthopedic surgery.

Also, working with a family practice physician at La Clinica del Pueblo—a non-profit, federally qualified health center that serves the Latino and immigrant populations in Washington, D.C.—has been a truly rewarding experience that has allowed me to strengthen my medical Spanish while helping an underserved community.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment that fosters the team mentality so prevalent in medicine today, I am convinced you will be very happy at GW as I have been.

Meet Bruce Shaver

After serving as a Marine for over 20 years, starting a family, and traveling the world, Bruce decided the time was finally right for him to attend medical school. As one of many “nontraditional” students, Bruce adds to the diversity of GW’s student body.

Since the beginning of the application process, GW has been exceptionally user-friendly, kind, and professional. They promote a clear commitment to student welfare, are proactive in helping students succeed, and empower us to show our true colors. They also offer one of the best clinical education programs in the country.

In effect, by attending GW, I am developing the confidence and clinical skills to provide my patients with exceptional care and respect—qualities that reflect the way GW treats me.

Further, the central location, the exceptional level of instruction, and the encouraging—rather than competitive—atmosphere make GW a perfect fit.

Meet Margaret Tejani

Third-Year Medical Student

Global Health Track

Intern, International Centre for Migration and Health in Switzerland

By working for the International Center for Migration and Health, an NGO in Geneva, Switzerland, I had hands-on experience with health policy reform. I saw the complexity of implementing international health prevention and reform programs: developing programs, forming collaborations with partner organizations, gaining cooperation from the focus region, and more. It will be more valuable going into the field having seen first-hand the challenges of implementing international reform programs.

GW offers abroad spectrum of opportunities to choose from—you just need to filter through them to see what suits you. I have been a student interviewer for GW medical admissions and volunteered at the student-run HEALing clinic.

Meet Matt Goldshore

First-Year Medical Student

As a graduate of the GW School of Public Health and Health Services, Matt represents a growing cohort of health professionals recognizing the importance of synthesizing public health and medicine.

I chose GW with the goal to practice both public health and medicine.

As a student in the GW School of Public Health and Health Services, I worked with the HIV/AIDS Administration in the D.C. Department of Health and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. These experiences brought to life how different medical and social predictors of disease vary by location. When surveying the District, it is clear that socio-economic status and race correlate with health outcomes. I am committed to practicing medicine in the areas most in need of health care providers and am confident that GW will prepare me for a career as both a physician and an advocate for my patients.

Student Opportunities

Office of Student Opportunities

Track Program

ISCOPES

Student-Run HEALing Clinic

Student Organizations