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Founded in 1821, The George Washington University (GW) has consistently been ranked among the top national universities by U.S. News and World Report. Located four blocks from the White House, GW is offering online programs through its graduate schools of business, education, political management, and professional studies.
Points of Pride- Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD) has ranked among the top 35 graduate schools of education nationwide since 1997.
- GSEHD has been continuously accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) since 1954.
- The Graduate School of Business is accredited by the AACSB International.
- GW offers the nation's first and preeminent professional school of politics, - noted as "The West Point of the Political Wars," by The New York Times.
- Ranked by The Princeton Review in top 10 for numerous categories including: The Most Politically Active, Best College in the Northeast and College with a Conscience.
- GW schools have the highest international accreditations available to schools in business, education, medicine, law and social sciences.
The George Washington University is regionally accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; 267-284-5000).
Master's Degree in Paralegal Studies
The George Washington University is proud to offer its prestigious Master's Degree in Paralegal Studies in two formats: a traditional classroom-based format at our exciting Washington DC campus, just four blocks away from the White House, and a convenient, rigorous, fully online format.
Both programs, identical in every respect except the mode of delivery, will provide you the opportunity to earn the most prestigious paralegal credential available from a top-tier university and obtain the skills, knowledge, and abilities you need to enter this challenging and important profession with complete confidence.
A highly rigorous program open to the finest students
The GW master's degree in paralegal studies is not for everyone. We require a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0, two excellent letters of recommendation and demonstrated writing ability.
If you meet these standards and are admitted, you will be eligible to obtain the most prestigious credential available for paralegals and will have the opportunity to work in the finest law firms, corporations, agencies and institutions.
Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Public Relations
The George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management offers an online Master's Degree in Strategic Public Relations. This master's degree delves into the underpinnings of the field integrated with the practical application of communications, ethics, research, public policy, politics, and the emerging demands of new media. This program will have particular relevance to public relations professionals who work in public policy and politics, PR firms, and corporate or non-profit PR departments. Finally, an online master's degree designed for fresh thinkers and influential communicators.
Master of Professional Studies in Political Management
The George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management offers an online Master's Degree in Political Management. This professional master's degree will provide you with a new perspective on how to positively influence the political process at the national, state, or local levels. By going beyond theory with a curriculum that teaches practical applications to politics today, this master's degree gives you hands-on experience that will boost your political career. You can complete all coursework online without sacrificing your home or work life. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of campaign management, lobbying and government relations, issues management and advocacy, fundraising, corporate and trade association public affairs, polling and strategic research techniques, and political leadership.
Healthcare MBA
The George Washington University MBA Healthcare program is immersed in values, rigorous in theory, and experiential in practice. It is a program based on the concepts of ethics, global business, and leadership. The MBA Healthcare can be completed in two years and consists of 24 core and 12 elective courses. The core will teach you the fundamentals of business and management while the electives provide flexibility to craft a program that fits your personal and professional goals and objectives. The School of Business is AACSB International-accredited and the MBA program is ranked among the top 50 MBAs in the US by The Financial Times.
Education Specialist- Educational Leadership and Administration (Post-Master's)
The Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership and Administration through The George Washington University's distance learning program is a post-master's degree that provides educational personnel at the elementary and secondary levels with added expertise in the field of administration. This NCATE accredited program can also provide educators with an opportunity to meet multi-state coursework requirements for academic licensing of principal, assistant principal, and/or instructional supervisory personnel. In addition to rigorous and engaging coursework, including three courses in the area of special education, students will be qualified to take the School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA) test for licensure upon completion of the program.
Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration
The Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration is designed for the working K-12 educational professional who is interested in school-based and/or central office leadership positions, supervisory positions, and increased responsibility in teaching. The Master's degree program prepares you to effectively work in today's dynamic and complex educational environment. The curriculum has been carefully designed to address current issues faced by educational leaders. Complete your NCATE accredited program coursework and interact with instructors and fellow learners through GW's unique distance learning format.