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Pursue Your Graduate Degree or Certificate in Person at GW Engineering
For working professionals looking to advance or change careers, when the time comes for you to upskill and ascend to the next level, there is no better launch pad than pursuing your graduate degree or certificate on campus at GW Engineering.
GW Engineering has the infrastructure and expertise to empower professionals: Gain unparalleled hands-on learning experiences — both on campus and throughout DC — in nationally recognized research centers and labs, as well as work side-by-side with internationally renowned faculty. Plus, GW’s proudly diverse campus community will not only expose you to new points of view but also point to solutions you may have never even considered.
Particularly as the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity grow exponentially seemingly by the day, GW Engineering is preparing the next generation of scholars to conduct interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computer science and systems engineering. As you work to design and build better solutions with a human-centered approach, you will be trained to assess these emerging technologies in the contexts in which they’re used and to consider socio-technical questions of ethics, policy, trust, and bias at every stage of design.
By taking full advantage of all GW has to offer in DC and beyond, you will prepare yourself to become a problem-solving leader in a rapidly evolving global society.
Rev Up Your STEM Skills
Take advantage of abundant opportunities at GW Engineering to engage in skill-building STEM work that will set you apart. Our NIST-affiliated Professional Research Experience Program (GW-PREP) as well as our Consortium on Naval Enterprise Pathways (CoNEP) are just two examples of GW’s student training and innovation programs specifically designed to help you develop job-ready expertise and serve as a direct pipeline to rewarding careers.
Work on Leading Research
From pushing the AI revolution forward at GW’s Co-Design of Trustworthy AI Systems (DTAIS) program to improving computer security within GW’s Usable Security and Privacy Lab (GWUSEC), gain unparalleled opportunities to conduct cutting-edge, interdisciplinary STEM research side-by-side with internationally renowned faculty. Plus, you will gain direct access to many of the world’s most influential science and technology organizations in D.C. and beyond.
Join a Global Network
Upon arrival, you’ll immediately tap into a professional network of leading alumni in many of the world’s most influential companies, from Dell, Amazon and Booz Allen Hamilton — just to name a few. This, along with numerous opportunities to gain internships and apprenticeships throughout both the federal government and private sector alike gives you a head start in advancing your career.
35% Tuition Discount for Displaced Federal Workers and Contractors
GW Engineering is committed to supporting federal employees and contractors affected by workforce reductions. To help those affected, GW Engineering will offer a 35% tuition discount to those eligible who enroll in an on-campus master's degree or graduate certificate during the upcoming academic year. Qualified applicants must complete an application by December 1st for the Spring 2026 term or by August 1st for the Fall 2026 term.
Course Spotlight
GW Engineering offers a variety of dynamic graduate courses that provide both foundational and practical, hands-on knowledge. Here are just a couple examples:
CSCI 6364: Machine Learning: This course provides the technical foundation to Machine Learning methods, the backbone of modern AI tools. You will not only learn how to extract actionable insights from data but also develop a deep understanding of the algorithms that underpin ML techniques.
EMSE 6575: Applied Machine Learning for Analytics: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to practical ML applications that can be implemented immediately to support decision making. You will learn to bridge the gap between technical ML concepts and impact, developing the skills to lead analytics initiatives that drive measurable outcomes.
WHERE GW ENGINEERING’S CAMPUS MOST OFTEN LEADS TO? SUCCESS.
From our campus, GW Engineering produces leaders in STEM fields in practically every country around the world. By applying your array of foundational knowledge, hands-on experience and a rapidly expanding professional network, you will soon find yourself in high demand.
In fact, 86% of GW Engineering alumni reported significant career advancement within five years post-graduation — often at top private corporations, government agencies, and national labs including Amazon, Boeing, Raytheon, Dell, Microsoft, Deloitte, the National Science Foundation (NSF), NASA, NIST and more.
Learn More Today
If anything, you’ll soon discover that there’s nothing quite like pursuing your master's degree or graduate certificate right here on campus at GW Engineering. Fill out your contact information to attend an info session and get your questions answered by our faculty and admissions team.