Student Resources

MyGW is a portal for all GW systems, including GWMail, Blackboard, GWeb, and other university services.

Visit MyGW to:

• Register
• View course schedule and grades
• Access Blackboard
• Access DegreeMap (advising software)
• View the University Bulletin for official policies
• View the academic calender

Advising and DegreeMap

DegreeMap is your program of study, which shows you how transfer credits applied, and a snapshot of your current academic progress. The DegreeMap Planner offers an individualized guide for course selection and registration each semester.

To access DegreeMap:

• Go to MyGW
• Click "GWeb Info System" on the left sidebar.
• Type in your User ID (GWid) and password.
• Select "Student Records & Registration."
• Select "Student Records Information."
• Select "DegreeMap."
• Click the "Planner" tab.

If you notice an error on your DegreeMap, or have questions about the recommended course sequence, please contact your advisor. Tutorials are available here: Office of the Registrar.

Registration

The GWeb registration system is available seven days a week (not including university holidays) from 7:00 am - 8:00 pm EST.

First Step: Identify your Course Registration Numbers (CRN)

• Go to the Schedule of Classes.
• Choose your desired semester.
• Click "Off Campus."
• Click the subject of your course.
• Find your course and make note of the CRNs.

Second Step: Register using the GWeb Info System

• Go to MyGW.
• Click "GWeb Info System" on the left sidebar.
• Log in with your GWid and PIN.
• Select "Student Records & Registration."
• Select "Registration Menu."
• Select "Register, Drop, and/or Add," and then term.
• Under "Add Classes Worksheet" enter the CRN.

If the courses show up as "Web registered on X date," you have successfully registered. Classes usually become available in Blackboard the day classes begin, or a day or two before.

Note: Please do not use the "search class" function in GWeb to find courses, as this causes errors in your registration.

Adding and Dropping Classes

A student can add or drop classes without penalty until 8:00 pm EST the Sunday before classes start. Any changes to registration after this deadline will incur a penalty. If you must add or drop a class after the first day of classes, please contact your advisor for guidance.

Visit the Course Drop Refund Schedule for current semester dates and deadlines.

Textbooks and course materials are posted 4-6 weeks before the start of each semester. Order books soon after you register to be sure you have them before classes start.

Book information is available via the Schedule of Classes, each course has a link to textbooks and course materials. You can also access this information through the GW Bookstore.

• Go to GW Bookstore
• Click "Books" (blue bar at top), then "Textbooks."
• For "Select your Program," default to All Programs in drop box.
• Select the appropriate term.
• Select your Department (i.e. "HSCI").
• Select the appropriate section. This should be a DE section (e.g. DE, DE1, DE2).
• Click "Submit."

Be sure to use the correct ISBN if you use another vendor.

All payments must be received no later than the first day of class. Please use the Paying for Classes guide for detailed information on the process.

Credit card payments can be used for tuition and other fees for distance education students only.

There is no automatic drop for non-payment. All unpaid balances are subject to a late fee and interest accrual. A financial hold will be placed on all unpaid accounts over $500.

The Student Accounts Office is happy to answer any billing questions. Contact them at sao@gwu.edu or (202) 994-7350 Monday through Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm EST or Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST.

Division of Information Technology (DIT) provides information and support to all GW students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (202) 994-GWIT (4948) or email ithelp@gwu.edu.

DIT's Student Technology Guide provides information on accessing your student accounts, security, software, and more.

Library and Database Access

As a student within the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, your home library is the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library.  The School of Medicine and Health Sciences offers a Himmelfarb Library Online Orientation and The Himmelfarb Library tutorials will familiarize you with the many resources available for students. Additionally, you have access to the university’s main library, the Estelle and Melvin Gelman Library.

ALADIN gives you access to resources from off-campus including material requests from university partner libraries. Use your last name and GWid to log in to ALADIN. If you need assistance with ALADIN, contact the Gelman Library Circulation Desk at (202) 994-6840 or librcirc@gwu.edu and identify yourself as a Health Sciences student.

Off-campus students should use the Virtual Private Network (VPN). Login with your username and password for GWMail. This will allow you to use the online library resources as if you were using an on-campus computer. View the Login From Off-Campus tutorial for step by step instructions.

Several other Research Tutorials are available to provide further information on the research process.

GW Writing Center

The GW Writing Center offers free individual tutoring for GW students. Tutors are available during any stage of the writing process: brainstorming, organizing information efficiently and clearly, developing a strong thesis, addressing grammar and punctuation issues, providing evidence in support of an argument, and presenting the findings of an experiment or the solution to a research problem.

Tutors are available by telephone for off-campus students. Arrangements are required in advance. Email gwriter@gwu.edu to schedule an appointment.

Academic Calendar

15 week courses

Follow the standard university's academic calendar including beginning and end dates for each semester.

8 week courses

Academic policies for Health Science graduate and undergraduate students, including those related to admission, transfer credits, academic standing, degree requirements, and enrollment status are provided in the following documents:

• George Washington University Bulletin
• Health Sciences Programs Bulletin

The Guide to Student Rights and Responsibilities contains the following university policies:

• Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities
• University Policy on Equal Opportunity
• Student Grievance Procedures
• Code of Student Conduct
• Code of Academic Integrity
• Privacy of Student Records

Policies on the following topics are provided in the Schedule of Classes

• Collection of Student Current Address Information
• Students called to Active Military Duty
• Religious Holidays
• Graduation Retention Information
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Directory Information Release of Student Information

As a military or veteran student we understand you bring unique skills and experiences to GW. Along with those skills and experiences, however, you often face equally unique needs and challenges.The Office of Military and Veteran Student Services offers a range of services and information including a helpful checklist, Yellow Ribbon Program procedures, the certification process, and a services center all designed to help you meet those challenges and achieve your academic goals.

For assistance please call (202) 994-9570 or email vetserv@gwu.edu. The office is open Monday through Thursday 9:30 - 5:30 EST or, Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 im EST.