Georgetown University
Faith-based college · Washington, DC · 7,569 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
13%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1390–1550
ACT (middle 50%)
31–35
Average net price
$33,661
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$92,563
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
94%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Georgetown University?
Georgetown University accepts about 13 of every 100 applicants (13%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1390 and 1550 on the SAT. A score at or above 1550 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1390, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 31–35.
The latest federal data says Georgetown University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Georgetown University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Georgetown University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $92,563 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $33,661 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $71,338 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$71,338
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$71,338
- Room & board$21,202
- Total cost of attendance$92,563
- Average net price after grants$33,661
Popular majors
International Relations, Political Science, Finance, Biology.
Georgetown University FAQ
- What is Georgetown University's acceptance rate?
- 13% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Georgetown University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1390–1550. Aim for 1550 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Georgetown University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 31–35.
- Is Georgetown University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Georgetown University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Georgetown University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Georgetown University cost?
- About $92,563 a year before aid; $33,661 on average after grants.
- What is Georgetown University's FAFSA school code?
- 001445. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Georgetown University receives your information.
- What is Georgetown University's graduation rate?
- 94% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Georgetown University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St. LouisSt. Louis, MO | 12% | 1500–1570 | $13,360 | 93% |
| Tulane University of LouisianaNew Orleans, LA | 14% | 1400–1520 | $40,693 | 87% |
| Georgia Institute of TechnologyAtlanta, GA | 14% | 1370–1540 | $12,028 | 94% |
| Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PA | 12% | 1500–1570 | $35,780 | 94% |
| Tufts UniversityMedford, MA | 11% | 1470–1560 | $38,797 | 94% |
| Notre DameNotre Dame, IN | 11% | 1455–1560 | $25,339 | 95% |