| GWU | vs. | VCU |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | Location | Richmond, Virginia |
| Four-years, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $64,798 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$16,233
Out-Of-State$38,817 |
| 64% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 73% |
| $34,492 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $11,794 |
| 43.54 % | Acceptance Rates | 93.06 % |
| 21.52 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 25.49 % |
| 1,430 | SAT Score | 1,160 |
| 32 | ACT Score | 26 |
| 84 % | Graduation Rate | 64 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 20 % |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 85 % |
| 25,939 | Student Population | 28,082 |
| 1,255 | Number of Faculties | 2,183 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |