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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Washington, DC

Georgetown University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in DC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$65,081

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

13.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

95.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$103,494

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Georgetown University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Washington, DC. With a competitive tuition profile of $65,081, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 95.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing700 – 770
20025th–75th percentile800
Math690 – 780
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite32 – 34
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

13.1%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$260,324

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$73,494

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$474,616

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$1,209,556

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Georgetown University is $15,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.5%
41.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
48.5%
Asian
15.1%
International
13.8%
Hispanic
6.2%
Two or more
6.1%
Black
5.1%
Unknown
5.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

28

Burglary

16

Theft

2

Assault

2

Robbery

0

Rape

6

Arson

2

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$65,081

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,340
$30k - $48k$8,750
$48k - $75k$13,464
$75k+$26,491

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,500
Pell Grant Recipients10.3%
Using Federal Loans19.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment88.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$45,949
Pell Grant Recipients12.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

97.1%

Success

95.0%

In-State Cost

$65,081

Age 25+ Students

5.4%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

772 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Washington (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Washington (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.