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Georgetown University

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world rank  55

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Overview

Founded in 1789, the Georgetown University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Washington (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), District of Columbia. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Georgetown University (GU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Georgetown University (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 235-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Georgetown University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Georgetown University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Georgetown University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Georgetown University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym GU
Founded 1789
Motto Utraque Unum
Both into One
Colours Blue and gray
Mascot Jack the Bulldog
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University Location

Address 37th and O Street NW
Washington
20057-0001 District of Columbia
United States
Georgetown University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Georgetown University Phone Number +1 (202) 687 0100
Georgetown University Fax Number +1 (202) 687 6660

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Georgetown University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Georgetown University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Georgetown University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Georgetown University.

Georgetown University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Georgetown University's admission information.

Georgetown University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Georgetown University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Georgetown University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Georgetown University's acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Georgetown University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Georgetown University has more than 3000 international students.

Georgetown University's Admission Office Admission Office

103 White-Gravenor Box 571002
Washington 20057-1002
(202) 6873600


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Georgetown University.

Georgetown University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Georgetown University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Georgetown University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Georgetown University's Control Type Control Type

Georgetown University is a private higher education institution.


Georgetown University's Entity Type Entity Type

Georgetown University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Georgetown University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Georgetown University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Georgetown University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Georgetown University has a Christian-Catholic affiliation (Jesuit - www.jesuit.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Georgetown University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences plus professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, with medical/veterinary school

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Georgetown University's main facilities:


Georgetown University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Georgetown University's Library

Georgetown University's library has 6 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,839,683 physical volumes, 171,794 physical media, 148,082 digital/electronic media and 1,270 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 174 full-time employees, including 75 librarians. Georgetown University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Georgetown University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Georgetown University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 5,571 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Georgetown University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Georgetown University's main services:


Georgetown University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Georgetown University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Georgetown University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Georgetown University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Georgetown University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Georgetown University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Georgetown University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1921


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Georgetown University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Accreditation Commission
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Georgetown University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Georgetown University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Georgetown University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Georgetown University's Facebook page Georgetown University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Georgetown University's X (formerly Twitter) page Georgetown University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Georgetown University's YouTube channel Georgetown University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Georgetown University's Instagram page Georgetown University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Georgetown University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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