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The Elliott School of International Affairs
Building Leaders for the World
The Elliott School of International Affairs prepares nearly 3,000 students each year for meaningful careers in international affairs. Our position in the heart of Washington, D.C. enriches our teaching and research by giving our students and faculty unparalleled opportunities to engage with the international leaders who walk through our doors on a regular basis.
The Elliott School at a Glance
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Bachelor's Degree Programs
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Master's Degree Programs
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Visiting Scholars per Year
330+
Events Hosted at the Elliott School
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International Exchange Program Partners
Elliott School Spotlights
Welcome to the Elliott School of International Affairs
“Every success story start with a dream. Here at the Elliott School, we are dedicated to transforming those dreams into reality through our world class education and focus on diverse perspectives in the field of international affairs…”
Explore the ways we prepare our students for meaningful careers in international affairs.

Elliott Students Awarded Prestigious Fulbright Awards
"Recognizing Academic Excellence and Commitment to Global Engagement Published by GW Today The George Washington University has been recognized once again as a top producer of Fulbright scholars and students for the 2024–25 academic year by the U.S. Department of..."
Elliott Students Present Inspiring Research
"The Research Showcase at Elliott allows students to present inquisitive, thought-provoking, and independent research they have been working on. Here are three students who hope to shed light on topics people may be familiar with but do not know much about, in hopes of..."

GW Remembers Ambassador Lino Gutierrez
Ambassador Lino Gutierrez, of Alexandria, VA, passed May 3, 2025, with family by his side.
The Elliott School community sends its condolences to Lino’s family. He was a dedicated and respected member of our faculty, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.