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George Washington University Men's Basketball

George Washington University (GWU) · Washington, District of Columbia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate47%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate84%finish within six years
Undergraduates25,374Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

George Washington University Men's Basketball coaches

Coaches at George Washington University who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where George Washington University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gwsports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1350–1500
ACTMiddle 50%: 31–34

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican StudiesAllied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, OtherAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArcheologyArt History, Criticism and Conservation
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
84% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$67,420
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$45,466
Campus

Where it is

George Washington University in Washington.

Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
gwu.edu
Overview

About George Washington University Men's Basketball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Chris Caputo, the Head Coach, leads the George Washington University Men's Basketball staff of 12 coaches, verified September 2026. George Washington University (GWU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. George Washington University is a large private school in Washington, District of Columbia with 25,374 undergraduates, a 47% acceptance rate and an average net price of $45,466 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by George Washington University Men's Basketball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Chris Caputo, the Head Coach and Aaron Thompson, the Assistant Coach. George Washington University has 12 coaches for Men's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Chris can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at George Washington University typically score 1350–1500 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the George Washington University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

Email Coach Chris Caputo at George Washington University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.

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Questions

George Washington University Men's Basketball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is George Washington University D1?

Yes. George Washington University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Is George Washington University public or private?

George Washington University is a private nonprofit school in Washington, District of Columbia.

What conference is George Washington University Men's Basketball in?

The Atlantic 10 Conference.

Does George Washington University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?

George Washington University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does George Washington University Men's Basketball have?

12 coaches, led by Chris Caputo, the Head Coach.

How much does George Washington University cost?

In-state tuition is $67,420 and out-of-state tuition is $67,420 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $45,466.

What is the George Washington University acceptance rate?

47% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for George Washington University?

Admitted students typically score 1350–1500 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the George Washington University Men's Basketball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026