Georgetown University
Jesuit university in Washington DC known for international relations and business. Founded in 1789, Georgetown is the oldest Catholic university in the United States, and the Walsh School of Foreign Service is regarded as one of the premier international-affairs programs in the world. The McDonough School of Business is similarly well regarded. The Jesuit tradition at Georgetown emphasizes cura personalis, or care for the whole person, alongside academics. The DC location gives students unmatched access to Capitol Hill, the State Department, and policy internships.
Source: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education. Figures reflect the most recently published class — always confirm current-cycle numbers on Georgetown's official admissions site before applying.
What SAT/ACT Scores Do Admitted Students Have?
The middle 50% of Georgetown's admitted students scored within these ranges:
Source: College Scorecard, U.S. Department of Education (25th–75th percentile of admitted students). Get your own personalized chance estimate →
Will You Get Into Georgetown?
This estimate compares the test score you enter against Georgetown's real published middle-50% band (1390–1550 SAT, 31–35 ACT) and its 12.9% acceptance rate to produce a Safety, Target, or Reach label. It intentionally does not use GPA — no institution publishes real per-school GPA distribution data, so we don't invent one.
A SAT score of 1470 falls within Georgetown's middle-50% range of 1390–1550 (SAT 1390–1550), making Georgetown a target school.
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Source: Georgetown admissions, 2026–27 (fall 2027 entry), verified Oct 2026.
Required Supplements
- Georgetown Application or Common App
- Two 250-word short essays
- 650-word personal essay
- 500-word school-specific essay
- School Report
- Teacher Evaluation
Requirements vary by cycle. Confirm what Georgetown currently asks for on its official admissions site.
What Should Your Georgetown Essay Focus On?
- Show genuine interest in international affairs or service
- Demonstrate you understand Georgetown's Jesuit values
- Be specific about why DC specifically matters
- Show you'll engage with the community beyond academics
What Is Georgetown Looking For in Applicants?
- Academic excellence, especially for students aiming at the School of Foreign Service or business school
- Genuine alignment with cura personalis, the Jesuit emphasis on care for the whole person
- A real interest in international affairs or policy, supported by the DC location near the State Department
- A demonstrated service orientation, not just an interest in proximity to political power
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