Georgetown University

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School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Last Updated: December 1, 2023

Washington, DC

$59,784

Avg tuition

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About Georgetown University

School Type: Private

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: Catholic, Roman Catholic  While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Military Friendly: YesMilitary-friendly schools are Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, offer the Yellow Ribbon Program, and have a dedicated point of contact to support veterans, military service members, and their families. Explore our college guide for service members and veterans to learn more.

Georgetown University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Washington, District of Columbia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 7,598, and admissions are extremely selective, with an acceptance rate of 12%. The university offers 59 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 95%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $59,784.

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Spotlight on Georgetown University SCS:

Through its innovative programming, Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies (SCS) creates opportunities for students and professionals to connect with industry leaders through learning and service. SCS offers a wide range of programs, including master's degrees, certificates, English language courses, summer programs, and custom and corporate education. *The School of Continuing Studies does not publish our acceptance rate, average test scores, or median GPAs because we take a holistic approach to reviewing applications. In line with Georgetown's Jesuit tradition, we look at the whole person and consider all parts of their application and background as part of the admissions decision.

200+ Student Clubs and Organizations

15 Online Degrees Offered

60-80% GUSCS Acceptance Rate

500+ Military-connected students

45+ Industries representing by students

75% Post-Grad Employment Rate

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.

This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.

12% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.

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98% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.

Graduation Rate Insight

Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.

This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.

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95% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Required

High school transcript Required

High school rank Considered (not required)

Letter of recommendation Required

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Recommended

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Recommended

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.

While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.

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ACT 25th-75th Percentile 32-35

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1410-1550

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.

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21k

Students enrolled

38%

Online student enrollment

11:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

45%

Non-U.S. Citizen

17%

Asian

11%

Unknown

8%

Hispanic

8%

Black

7%

Two or more races

4%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

55%

Socio-economic diversity

14% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

10

Total Online Enrollment

7,959

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

95% On-campus

5% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates X Bold Not offered

Associate X Bold Not offered

Bachelor's X Bold Not offered

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 33% online

Master's Check Bold 8% online

Doctorate X Bold Not offered

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $59,784 $59,784
Graduate $54,672 $54,672

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,200
On-campus room and board $17,758
On-campus other expenses $2,600
Off-campus (not with family) room and board Currently unavailable
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses Currently unavailable
Off-campus (with family) other expenses Currently unavailable

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $81,342 $81,342
Off-campus without family $60,984 $60,984
Off-campus with family $60,984 $60,984

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

26%

State Grant Aid

1%

Institution Grant Aid

41%

Pell Grant

14%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $6,971
State Grant Aid $2,814
Institution Grant Aid $32,880
Pell Grant Aid $4,708

Financial Outlook

$16k

Average student debt after graduation

$81k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division I-FCS

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Sailing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • All Track Combined

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.

1

Architecture And Related Services

BA

MA

DOC

2

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies

BA

MA

DOC

3

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies

BA

MA

DOC

4

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

5

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

6

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

7

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

8

Education

BA

MA

DOC

9

Engineering Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

10

Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

11

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

12

Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics

BA

MA

DOC

13

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

14

Health Professions And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

15

History

BA

MA

DOC

16

History

BA

MA

DOC

17

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

18

Legal Professions And Studies

BA

MA

DOC

19

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

BA

MA

DOC

20

Mathematics And Statistics

BA

MA

DOC

21

Military Technologies And Applied Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

22

Military Technologies

BA

MA

DOC

23

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

BA

MA

DOC

24

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies

BA

MA

DOC

25

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology

BA

MA

DOC

26

Philosophy And Religious Studies

BA

MA

DOC

27

Physical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

28

Psychology

BA

MA

DOC

29

Public Administration And Social Service Professions

BA

MA

DOC

30

Security And Protective Services

BA

MA

DOC

31

Social Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

32

Visual And Performing Arts

BA

MA

DOC

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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.