Located in Washington DC, George Washington University's Department of Biological Sciences provides a comprehensive exploration of living organisms. Students gain a strong foundation in biological principles, develop critical thinking, and engage in valuable hands-on research. The department offers undergraduate degrees like the BA and BS, alongside graduate programs including the MS and PhD, covering diverse fields from molecular biology to ecology. Leveraging its unique DC location, the department fosters collaborations with institutions such as the Smithsonian and NIH. This prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in research, health sciences, education, industry, and government.
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The George Washington University (GW or GWU) is a private research university in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1821 by an act of Congress, GW is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States. The university offers more than 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines. GW is also home to the National Security Archive, one of the world's largest non-governmental archives of declassified government documents.
