Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Washington, District Of Columbia |
| Online | georgetown.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Georgetown University occupies a hilltop campus in Washington, D.C.'s historic Georgetown neighborhood, overlooking the Potomac River and situated three miles from the U.S. Capitol. Founded in 1789 as the nation's first Catholic and Jesuit university, Georgetown combines Federal-style architecture with modern academic facilities across its 104-acre main campus. The university maintains a highly selective undergraduate admission process and is particularly known for its School of Foreign Service, McDonough School of Business, and Georgetown University Law Center. Students are required to live on campus for three years, residing in residence halls and university-owned townhouses in the surrounding neighborhood. Located in the nation's capital, Georgetown provides students direct access to government institutions, international organizations, and policy research centers, while competing in NCAA Division I athletics as the Georgetown Hoyas.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Georgetown is rated within the top 7% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Georgetown University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#29 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#29 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in District Of Columbia
#1 in Best Private Colleges in District Of Columbia
#74 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1410/1560 |
| ACT | 32/35 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.89 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $180 |
| Room and Board | $18,824 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,620 |
| Total One Year Cost | $84,696 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 30% |
| Business | 26% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
| Foreign Languages | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024