George Washington University: Supplemental Essays & Deadlines 2026-27

Every George Washington University application deadline and writing prompt for the 2026-27 cycle, verified against the school's own materials on August 21, 2026.

2026-27 Application Deadlines

Supplemental Essays & Short Answers

1. Supplemental (Optional) Essay: every applicant can choose from one of the following two essay prompts to submit. At the George Washington University, our students frequently interact with policymakers and world leaders. These experiences and those of our alumni can shape the future of global affairs. If you had the power to change the course of history in your community or the world, what would you do and why? The George Washington University encourages students to think critically and to challenge the status quo. Thus, civil discourse is a key characteristic of our community. Describe a time when you engaged others in meaningful dialogue around an issue that was important to you. Did this exchange create change, new perspectives, or deeper relationships?
   500 words · optional
2. With small classes and a dedicated faculty, the University Honors Program (UHP) embraces the ideals of a liberal arts education. Within the UHP, students take classes in many different academic fields (philosophy, science, history, art, social science, etc.) and hone their critical thinking skills. Explain why, as a member of the UHP, you would value the opportunity to engage with topics outside your major field(s) of study. Include an example of a time when you successfully tackled an intellectual challenge outside of your personal comfort zone.
   500 words · optional
3. The UHP represents a community of scholars at GW. First-year UHP students live and take classes together on the Mount Vernon Campus. Upper-level UHP students remain connected to our community for the remainder of their time at GW through courses, faculty mentoring, advising, research, an optional Foggy Bottom housing opportunity, and our many co-curricular/social activities. Describe a time when you have personally benefited from being a member of a tight-knit community. How do you see yourself contributing to the UHP community inside and/or outside the classroom while at GW?
   500 words · optional
4. George Washington University's location in Washington, DC places students at the intersection of medicine, science, policy, innovation, and public service. Imagine yourself 10 years after graduating from the B.A./B.S.-M.D. program. What impact do you hope to have on your patients, your profession, or society? Describe how specific opportunities at GW and in the DC metropolitan area would help you develop the experiences, relationships, and perspectives needed to achieve that vision.
   500 words · optional

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