The George Washington University School of Business (GWSB) is offering a 20% tuition discount to former federal workers and contractors interested in pursuing an advanced degree. This benefit was created with the intention of including government contractors, to help ease their career transitions.
Qualified applicants must complete an admissions application by June 1, 2025, including proof of dismissal from federal civil service employment or from an organization contracted to provide services to the federal government. Please upload this documentation as part of the resume required in your application. The benefit applies to workers who were laid off since January 1, 2025, and lasts for the entirety of the time the student is in the program to which they applied.
In addition, we are waiving the application fee for those applying to start a master’s degree in the 2025-2026 academic year. To receive an application fee waiver, complete the request form here. Once submitted, you will receive an email with instructions on how to apply your fee waiver code.
Programs Eligible for the 20% Tuition Discount
- All MBA programs, including accelerated, part-time and online programs
- Master of Accountancy
- Master of Accountancy in Accounting Analytics
- MS in Applied Finance
- MS in Business Analytics
- MS in Finance
- Master of Human Resource Management
- MS in Information Systems Technology
- MS in Interdisciplinary Business Studies
- MS in International Business
- MS in Management
- MS in Marketing
- MS in Project Management
- MS in Sport Management
- MS in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management
Read more about the programs here.
Questions? Join One of Our Information Sessions
If you'd like more information about this initiative, the admissions process and program offerings, we invite you to attend one of our upcoming information sessions.
Additional information about our graduate application requirements can be found on the graduate admissions page. If you have any other questions, please contact us at [email protected] or (202) 994-1212. We look forward to supporting you during this period of transition.
"Our goal is to provide opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills. With a history of attracting leaders from both public service and the business world, our school serves as a home for those with backgrounds in government to leverage their skills in any sector. If you or someone you know has been impacted by recent layoffs, we encourage you to explore our graduate programs."
Vanessa Perry
Interim Dean, The GW School of Business
About the GW School of Business
Designed with working professionals in mind, the GW School of Business offers 14 specialized master’s programs with flexible formats, including online, hybrid, and evening courses, allowing students to balance their education with career and personal commitments. Students benefit from industry-driven curricula, expert faculty, and a strong professional network. Its part-time MBA program is ranked in the top 50 by U.S. News and World Report, while the online marketing, business analytics and finance programs are ranked in the top 20. GWSB is committed to career placement upon graduation: more than 70 percent of full-time program graduates secure employment by the time they graduate.