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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
10
Master's Degree Programs
95
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.

The Great Data Grab
"From data brokers and advertisers to law enforcement and government agencies, countless actors can access our personal data. GW experts argue that stronger privacy protections are urgently needed in a world built on constant connectivity..."

Meet the Elliott School’s 2026-2027 Fulbright Grantees
"Five GW Students and Alumni Receive Fulbright Grants for 2026–27, with One More Named as Alternate Selection by the prestigious academic exchange program attests to GW’s international impact. A GW Today story. Five George Washington University students and alumni have..."

Studying International Affairs in a Changing World
"Q&A with Chantal de Jonge Oudraat Why study international affairs now? We live in dynamic and exciting times, where new economic, social, and political realities are shifting power relations within and amongst states. If you want to help shape the world of..."


