Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
13.08%
SAT Average
1,494
ACT Range
32-34
Georgetown University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 13.08%. This means approximately 131 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,462 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
13.08%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $65,081 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $65,081 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $84,696 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $39,433 | State avg: $26,516. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 10.32% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 19.39% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Georgetown University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$65,081
Room and board
$19,750
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,710
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$84,696
Average net price
$39,433
Average aid coverage
53%
$45,263 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Georgetown University pays approximately $39,433 per year after grants and aid. This is above the District of Columbia average of $26,516 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Georgetown University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to District of Columbia and national averages.
Georgetown University net price
$39,433
District of Columbia average
$26,516
National average
$17,506
Georgetown University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $65,081 and average net price at $39,433. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$65,081
Current net price
$39,433
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
94.30%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$103,494
Undergraduates
7,462
10-Year Median Earnings - Georgetown University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Georgetown University graduates earn about 2.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Georgetown University?
Undergraduates
7,462
Completion rate
94.30%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
10.32%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
19.39%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 10.32% of Georgetown University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 19.39% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Georgetown University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Georgetown University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Georgetown University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Georgetown University is listed at 37th and O St NW, Washington, DC 20057-0001. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Georgetown University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | 13.08% | $65,081 | $39,433 | $103,494 |
| George Washington University | 43.54% | $64,990 | $37,454 | $90,873 |
| American University | 47.38% | $56,543 | $41,945 | $77,370 |
| The Catholic University of America | 83.84% | $55,834 | $32,798 | $73,250 |
| Howard University | 34.89% | $33,344 | $47,919 | $63,066 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Washington schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown University's acceptance rate?
Georgetown University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 13.08%.
How much is Georgetown University tuition?
Georgetown University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $65,081.
What is Georgetown University's average net price?
Georgetown University's average net price in the local dataset is $39,433.
What does Georgetown University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $5,340 for Georgetown University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Georgetown University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $103,494 for Georgetown University.
Is Georgetown University accredited?
Georgetown University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Georgetown University?
The local dataset lists 7,462 undergraduate students at Georgetown University.
What percentage of Georgetown University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Georgetown University in the local dataset is 10.32%.
What is the federal loan rate at Georgetown University?
The federal loan rate for Georgetown University in the local dataset is 19.39%.
Where should I verify Georgetown University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Georgetown University or the latest official federal education data.