Undergraduate International Student Resources
Welcome to Washington, D.C. and the School of Business!
Approximately 23% of undergraduate students at the George Washington University School of Business are international students from around the world. We are excited to welcome you to our campus and to the city of Washington, D.C.!
As you make the transfer from your home country to our campus you may find these various offices and resources useful as you adjust to life at GW:
- Upcoming Campus Events
- International Services Office Events
- Workshops/Networking Opportunities
- Networking Opportunities:
- Log into Handshake and be sure to review Events > Career Learning Programs
- Networking Opportunities:
- Cultural Events
- DC Museum Visits
- Foreign Language Cafe
- DC Museum Visits
Check out the International Students Community Facebook Page for upcoming events!
Obtaining an Internship/Job
Please note: Any international student studying in the U.S. on a visa must get approval for Curricular or Optional Practical Training (CPT & OPT) in order to work in the U.S.; this applies to internships as well as actual jobs.
- For information on applying for CPT or OPT, refer to the International Services Office website
- For information on looking and applying for internships and jobs, refer to the F. David Fowler Career Center website
Resources for International Students
International Students should visit the Dreambridge Partners website to learn about resources and strategies that can assist with academics, job searching, socializing and their transition to the U.S.