How many Jewish students are there on campus? What is Jewish life like at GW?
There are approximately 2,800 Jewish undergraduates at GW, approximately 30% of the campus population. Jewish students are an active, dynamic part of both Hillel and the campus community. They are motivated, diverse, and passionate about the work they do outside of the classroom. There are many opportunities for students to become involved with Jewish life – from cultural arts to Israel advocacy to social justice to religious life – and students are also encouraged to pursue their own innovations and ideas.