Georgetown University

Yes, Georgetown has several online programs at both the graduate and certificate levels. According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), 24% of graduate students at Georgetown earn their degrees online through programs such as adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner, teaching English as a foreign language, supply chain management, real estate, and more. Most of Georgetown’s online programs are offered through the School of Continuing Studies, but Georgetown Law and the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences offer programs online as well.

Students of Georgetown University’s online programs use the learning management system Canvas to access their coursework, which is usually 100% online. However, some programs may require in-person practicum or internship hours. Students also use Zoom to speak with instructors during scheduled lectures and office hours.

Georgetown is located in Washington, D.C., so the university attracts faculty and staff with a high level of experience. Many of Georgetown’s faculty have worked for the government, military, and other prestigious schools. Many are career academics and experts in their field. Online students are taught by the same experienced faculty, so they receive the same quality education as on-campus students.

Georgetown University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

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Georgetown University is known for its long history, innovative research, and commitment to social justice. According to its website, Georgetown was established in 1789 and is the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. 

As a private research university, Georgetown also focuses on global health, human rights, and poverty alleviation. Students are encouraged to engage in community service and social activism.

Some famous Georgetown alumni include U.S. President William J. Clinton, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, and the president of Colombia, Alfonso López Michelsen.

According to College Scorecard data, the five online programs that provide the highest earnings for graduates are professional studies in information technology management, and finance & financial management, human resources management & services, and family nurse practitioner. 

• On average, graduates of the online master’s degree in real estate earn an average of $137,055 per year. 
• The online master’s in professional studies emphasizing information technology management prepares graduates to earn $132,593/year. 
• Graduates of the online master’s in finance and financial management typically earn $127,415. 
• Graduates of the online master’s in hman resources management and services earn an average of $111,595/year. 
• Finally, family nurse practitioners typically earn $108,576 per year. 

For more information about salaries after graduation, check out Georgetown University’s Salary Score, OnlineU’s proprietary metric that ranks colleges by how much their alumni earn compared to graduates across the country with the same degree.

Georgetown University’s admissions are highly competitive. Only 12% of the 26,638 applicants are admitted into the school each year. These applicants have SAT reading scores between 700-770 and SAT math scores between 710-780. They also have an ACT score between 32-35. NCES data shows a total of 7,900 undergraduate students at Georgetown University and 13,084 graduate students.

Based on Georgetown's admissions guide, the average GPA for admitted students is between 3.89 and 4.1, weighted. Taking AP courses in high school can help increase your GPA score. It’s also possible to take college courses through your high school to raise your GPA and help you save money during college.

Georgetown lists its admission requirements so prospective students can understand what they need to apply. 

Below is a shorthand list of admissions materials: 

• Georgetown application
• Application supplement
• Secondary school report (including transcript) 
• Teacher’s recommendation
• $75 application fee
• SAT and ACT scores
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form
• College Scholarship Service (CSS) Financial Aid Profile Form
• Alumni interview

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