M.A., Applied Economics

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The George Washington University (GW or GWU) is a private federally chartered research university located in Washington, D.C. It was chartered in 1821 by the United States Congress, making it one of six universities in the United States with a congressional charter. GW is also a member of the Association of American Universities. The university offers a wide range of degree programs in various disciplines. The athletic teams at GW, known as the George Washington Revolutionaries, compete in the NCAA Division I Atlantic 10 Conference. The university is known for hosting various political events, including the Annual Meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund. GW has a prestigious list of notable alumni, faculty, and affiliates. This includes foreign heads of state or government, United States senators, U.S. governors, U.S. Cabinet members, Nobel laureates, Olympic medalists, Academy Award winners, and a Golden Globe winner. The university also has a strong presence in the U.S. Foreign Service, with many alumni serving in the diplomatic corps. It is classified as an "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity."