Georgetown University
Washington, DC · private nonprofit
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 12.9% |
| Applicants | 26,131 |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1400–1540 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 32–34 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $39,433 |
| Grad rate | 94% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $103,494 |
| Source | cds · 2024 |
Application requirements
| Early Action | 2025-11-01 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-01-01 |
| Application fee | $80 (US) · $80 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Writing supplement | Georgetown Application supplement essays (school-specific: Georgetown College / SFS / MSB / Health); prompt text is only in the application form, not published verbatim publicly |
| Test policy | always required |
| Teacher recommendations | 1 |
| Counselor recommendation | Required |
Source: the school's official admissions pages, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
- Please elaborate on any special talents or skills you would like to highlight. (250 words)· ~250 words
- Briefly discuss the significance to you of the school or summer activity in which you have been most involved. (1/2 page, single-spaced, or approximately 300-400 words depending on font size)
- As Georgetown is a diverse community, the Admissions Committee would like to know more about you in your own words. Please submit a brief personal or creative essay which you feel best describes you and reflects on your personal background and individual experiences, skills, and talents. (1 page, single-spaced)
- Founded in 1789, the Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences is committed to the Jesuit traditions of an integrated education and of productive research in the natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, and fine arts. Describe your interest in studying in the College of Arts & Sciences. (Applicants interested in the sciences, mathematics, or languages are encouraged to make specific reference to their choice of major.)
- Georgetown University’s School of Nursing is committed to the formation of ethical, empathetic, and transformational nursing leaders. Describe the factors that have influenced your interest in studying Nursing at Georgetown University.
- Georgetown University’s School of Health was founded to advance the health and well-being of people locally, nationally, and globally through innovative research, the delivery of interdisciplinary education, and transformative engagement of communities. Describe the factors that influenced your interest in studying health care at Georgetown University, specifically addressing your intended related major: Global Health, Health Care Management & Policy, or Human Science.
- Georgetown University’s Walsh School of Foreign Service was founded more than a century ago to prepare generations of leaders with the foundational skills to address global issues. Describe your primary motivations for studying international affairs at Georgetown University and dedicating your undergraduate studies toward a future in global service.
- Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business provides graduates with e
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).