UNIVERSITY · CDS 2022-2023
Georgetown University
Washington, DC 7,357 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
Top 25Govt + IR
Accept
12.0%
Yield
49.0%
Test
Optional
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%, computed)
1470–1560
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
730–770
SAT Math (mid 50%)
740–790
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
33–35
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTEGeorgetown does not report average GPA for admitted students.
METHODTotal SAT range is computed by summing the reported EBRW and Math mid-50% ranges from the school’s CDS (Section C9). Use as an approximation — a student’s actual total places them within, not at, the summed endpoints.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA | Nov 1 | 10.0% | Early Action: Nov 1, ~10% accept |
| RD | Jan 10 | 12.0% | Regular Decision: Jan 10, ~12% accept |
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$71,136
Total COA
$96,492
Avg need-based aid
—
Avg merit award
None
ImportantGeorgetown does not award non-need merit scholarships. All institutional aid is need-based. Use this honestly with families: a strong applicant here gets in, but the price is set by the FAFSA/CSS, not by stats.
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
Georgetown's AP Policy
Georgetown awards credit for Advanced Placement scores of 4 or 5. There is no limit to the number of credits that can be awarded. In some cases, credit is awarded only upon successful completion of a higher-level course at Georgetown.
Min score
4
Credit cap
Uncapped
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
No APs selected. Click Add AP exam to start, or use the sample profile to see what a strong student might recover.
What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankVery Important
- Academic GPAVery Important
- Standardized test scoresVery Important
- Application essayVery Important
- Recommendation(s)Very Important
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
Georgetown is a Catholic and Jesuit, student-centered research university. Established in 1789 in the spirit of the new republic, the university was founded on the principle that serious and sustained discourse among people of different faiths, cultures, and beliefs promotes intellectual, ethical and spiritual understanding. We embody this principle in the diversity of our students, faculty and staff, our commitment to justice and the common good, our intellectual openness and our international character. An academic community dedicated to creating and communicating knowledge, Georgetown provides excellent undergraduate, graduate and professional education in the Jesuit tradition for the glory of God and the well-being of humankind. Georgetown educates women and men to be reflective lifelong learners, to be responsible and active participants in civic life and to live generously in service to others.
Distilled Themes
Catholic and Jesuit identityStudent-centered researchJustice and the common goodIntellectual openness and international characterEducating reflective lifelong learners and responsible citizens
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01Georgetown values students who are not only academically gifted but also deeply committed to making a positive impact on the world.
- 02They are looking for individuals who are passionate about social justice, engaged in their communities, and eager to use their talents to serve others.
- 03A strong application will demonstrate a clear understanding of Georgetown's Jesuit values and a desire to contribute to the university's mission.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Demonstrate a commitment to social justice and community service.
- 02Showcase intellectual curiosity and a desire for a well-rounded liberal arts education.
- 03Highlight leadership qualities and a potential for making a positive impact on the world.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- Lack of demonstrated interest in Georgetown's specific programs and mission
- Generic essays that could be submitted to any top university
- A purely academic focus without evidence of a commitment to service or community engagement
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
Walsh School of Foreign ServiceMcDonough School of BusinessMcCourt School of Public PolicyCollege of Arts & SciencesBerkley School of NursingSchool of Health
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Early Action
Non-binding
Nov 1, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Jan 10, 2026
→ Apr 1, 2026
Early Decision I
Not offered
—
Early Decision II
Not offered
—
Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
—
Rolling Admission
Not offered
—
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (N/A)
Not trackedWeight: Unknown
Georgetown's official stance on demonstrated interest is not publicly available, as the Common Data Set is inaccessible and the admissions website does not mention it.
Save the energy
Focus on essays and academics, as there is no clear evidence that Georgetown tracks demonstrated interest.
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