Tuition and Scholarship Information
Tuition Overview
We understand that education represents a considerable investment in your future, and want to help you achieve your goals. In an effort to make our program more financially accessible, we provide students admitted to the online master’s programs with an automatic tuition scholarship. Review the tuition table to see full savings information for each degree.
If you have questions about funding your education or about your financial aid options, connect with an enrollment specialist at 202-933-5022.
Program | Cost Per Credit with Scholarship* | Total Credits | Total Tuition with Scholarship | Approx. % Savings with Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online MBA | $1,962 | 46.5 | $91,223 | 25% |
| Master of Human Resource Management | $1,453 | 30 | $43,596 | 30% |
| MS in Project Management | $1,453 | 30 | $43,596 | 30% |
| MS in Management | $1,453 | 33 | $47,956 | 30% |
| MS in Information Systems Technology** | $1,453 | 33 | $47,956 | 30% |
*Cost per credit with scholarship has been rounded to the nearest whole number.
**Students in the MS in Information Systems Technology program who need to take a foundation course will complete 36 credits of coursework.
Tuition estimates are for planning purposes and may vary; students should confirm with the university’s financial aid office.
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You can also refer to the Student Accounts Office for a complete list of tuition rates and fees.
Financing Options
Most students create a funding mosaic by combining multiple sources. Our financial aid team can help you identify the combination that works best for your situation.
- GWSB Automatic Scholarship - Save between 25%-30%
Every student accepted into our online graduate programs receives an automatic tuition scholarship.
Scholarship Highlights
- Everyone qualifies: If you're accepted, you're automatically awarded the scholarship.
- No additional forms needed: Complete the standard program application.
- Save between 25%-30%: Online MBA students save up to 25% (up to $30,000 in savings) and other online graduate students save up to 30% (up to $18,000 to $20,000).
Review the tuition table to see full savings information for each degree, or talk with an enrollment specialist at 202-933-5022.
Please note: This scholarship is for the online degree programs listed on this page. It is not available for our on-campus offerings.
- FAFSA
Effective July 1, 2026, the national Grad PLUS Loan Program will end for new borrowers. Existing borrowers who received a Grad PLUS Loan prior to this date for their current graduate program can continue borrowing for up to three additional years or until their program concludes (whichever comes first). Current information and implications can be found on our financial aid page.
To apply for federal financial aid, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the appropriate deadline using GW's FAFSA school code: 001444. Students must apply for federal financial aid each academic year.
Visit the Office of Student Financial Assistancewebsite for details about eligibility criteria, application steps and deadlines. Information about alternate private loans is also available.
For more information, email finaid
gwu [dot] edu (finaid[at]gwu[dot]edu)or call 202-994-6620.- Outside Scholarships & Grants
Students can seek financial support from a wide range of public and private sources to help pay for some or all of their tuition and fees. This includes national scholarship search sites like Scholarships.com and Fastweb.com, as well as local community organizations and professional associations.
Scholarship funding may impact the amount of loan money that can be borrowed. Any awards should be reported to our office on the Verification of Outside Awards Form.
- Fellowships
GWSB Fellowships
The GW School of Business, along with our individual, alumni, corporate, and foundation donors and partners, offers a variety of merit-based fellowship programs that can help fund your education. All prospective students who opt in to be considered for fellowship consideration in the online application are automatically considered for the GW Merit fellowship.
External Fellowships
The Office of Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships (OGSAF) maintains a comprehensive database of fellowships offered by GW and external parties to support graduate-level study and/or research. Incoming and current students are encouraged to browse the OGSAF website for information about additional merit-based funding opportunities.
To explore external funding options, visit our fellowship list. For professional organizations that offer graduate student funding within specific fields, see our list.
Assistantships
The George Washington University has three types of assistantships for graduate students:
- Academic assistantships employ graduate students to assist professors with academic work. Duties could include grading assignments, preparing academic materials or assisting with an academic journal.
Learn more about academic assistantships.
- Instruction-related assistantships employ graduate students to assist professors with teaching courses. Duties could include Blackboard management, hosting office hours, leading discussion sections or serving as an Instructor of Record.
Learn more about instruction-related assistantships.
- Research assistantships employ graduate students to assist professors with their research. Duties could include data collection and analysis, grant writing or general research support.
- Military & Veterans Benefits
Nationally recognized as a top military- and veteran-friendly university, GW offers a wealth of services and benefits to student veterans, military personnel and dependents of the United States Armed Forces. As a proud participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program, GW funds tuition expenses exceeding the maximum base pay amount covered through the GI Bill®, and its contributions are matched by the Department of Veteran Affairs.
For more information about the Yellow Ribbon Program and other education benefits, visit GW Veteran & Military Services (VMS).
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.
- Employer Tuition Assistance Programs
Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Many employers also offer their own tuition assistance, and you may have access to educational benefits or a professional development fund. To explore your options, we encourage you to speak with your employer about using workplace benefits to fund your degree.
Employer Discounts
Online MBA students at the GW School of Business who are employed by the following companies receive scholarships in the form of a waived application fee and 15% off net tuition:
- Leidos
- Lockheed Martin
- Organization of American States (GS/OAS)
- SAIC
Please note that these discounts are only available to Online MBA students. View the Eligibility & Discount Details page for information about eligibility, conditions and the application process.
- Workplace Discounts
Through the GW School of Business partnership with AllCampus, eligible students whose employers are part of the AllCampus Workplace Network receive a 10% tuition discount on their degree program. The AllCampus Workplace Network offers exclusive tuition reductions and scholarships to support working professionals.
Our enrollment specialists are here to help you understand if a discount is available. To learn more, email onlinebusiness
gwu [dot] edu (onlinebusiness[at]gwu[dot]edu) or call 202-933-5022.
Special Student Groups
- GW Alumni - Grad2Grad Tuition Discount
The Grad2Grad benefit makes GW graduate study more affordable and accessible to our undergraduate alumni, easing the transition from undergraduate to graduate education. GW undergraduate students who continue directly into a GW online master's degree receive a 10% tuition discountthrough the Grad2Gradprogram. The discount applies to tuition onlyand does not cover matriculation, orientation or other administrative fees. Learn more about Grad2Grad.
- GWSB Employees
The tuition remission benefit extends GW's educational resources to our employees and their dependents. The benefit provides competitive, accessible and valuable tuition benefits to those who seek to further develop themselves personally and professionally.
Visit the Tuition Remission Benefit Policypage for information on eligibility, coverage details and program eligibility. If you have questions, contact tuition
gwu [dot] edu (tuition[at]gwu[dot]edu).- International Students
United States citizenship or an eligible non-US citizen status is required for Federal Student Aid (such as student loans). Learn more about eligible non-US citizen status on the Federal Student Aid website.
Payment Options
Monthly Payment Plans
Monthly payment plans enable students or their authorized users to pay current fall, spring and summer semester tuition and fees in four equal payments each semester.
Payments must be scheduled via ACH or credit card on the 10th of each month for each semester in which you participate in the plan.
- Fall semester payments are made in August through November
- Spring semester payments are made in December through March
- Summer semester payments are made in April through July
Only one plan may be set up for the student per semester, and the minimum payment plan principal is $500. The monthly payment plan option is interest-free as long as monthly payments are made on time and in full. Payment due dates are based on the Eastern time zone. Failure to make payment for two consecutive months will result in the cancellation of the plan and the application of a $75 late fee.
To enroll in a payment plan, you must use a saved ACH or domestic credit card payment method; debit cards, wire transfers and 529 plans cannot be used.
Enrollment in a payment plan is restricted to students registered or planning to register for courses in the specified semester.
Payment plan enrollment is via the Student Accounts eBill. You can view our tutorial videoat any time for further assistance. For more information, visit the dedicated monthly payment plan page.
Resources
- Build Your Graduate School Budget
The Office of Student Financial Assistance provides a budget template for students to estimate their cost of attendance throughout their graduate program. It's important to consider living expenses, transportation, books and personal expenses in addition to tuition and fees.
- Contact Information
Information on financial aid and federal loans is handled by the GW Office of Student Financial Assistance. Representatives are available by phone at 202-994-9000 or by email at finaid
gwu [dot] edu.OGSAF staff members also offer virtual office hours to answer general questions about funding opportunities and direct students to other funding experts across campus for any questions we can't answer.
Please note, we are unable to answer questions about
- Department-specific funding (please contact your admissions representative)
- Assistantship availability (please contact your prospective department)