| Admission deadlines: | Fall – Rolling admissions |
| Spring – Rolling admissions | |
| Summer – Rolling admissions | |
| Recommendations required: | Two (2) recommendations |
| Prior academic records: | Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission. |
| Transcripts from institutions outside the United States must be accompanied by an official transcript evaluation from an accredited independent evaluating agency. Please be sure you request a detailed evaluation that includes all course titles, credit hours, grade-point average (GPA), United States degree equivalency, and date of degree conferral. For a list of acceptable foreign credential evaluation services, please follow this link: https://www.naces.org/members. | |
| Statement of purpose: | In an essay of 250 to 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study at The George Washington University, describing your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned in the application. |
| Additional requirements: | A resumé is required. |
| International applicants only: | Please follow this link - https://graduate.admissions.gwu.edu/international-student-application-requirements - to review the International Applicant Information carefully for details on English language requirements. |
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Graduate School of Education and Human Development
The George Washington University
2136 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
Contact for questions:
gsehdadm@gwu.edu ~ 202-994-9283 (phone) ~ 202.994.7207 (fax)
9:30 am – 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| SPED 6240 | Family Support and Guidance in Special Education | |
| SPED 6253 | Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders | |
| SPED 6260 | Developmental Assessment in Special Education | |
| SPED 6261 | Practicum in Methods and Materials for Early Childhood Special Education (3 credits) | |
| SPED 6290 | Affective Development and Behavior Management for Teaching Students with Disabilities | |