The George Washington University is a private federally-chartered research university in Washington, D.C., United States. Originally named Columbian College, it was chartered in 1821 by the United States Congress and is the first university founded under Washington, D.C.'s jurisdiction. It is one of the nation's six federally chartered universities.
Former names: Columbian College (1821–1873) · Columbian University (1873–1904)
Motto: Latin: Deus Nobis Fiducia
Motto in English: "God is Our Trust"
Type: Private federally chartered research university
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