Prospective Students
Welcome to the Prospective Students Parents Guide. This section is for parents of students who have or are considering applying to Georgetown or who have already been accepted and are awaiting the start of the school year. In this section you will find information relating to:
Admissions
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions provides information on a variety of topics related to applying to Georgetown University including information on:
- Applying as a first year applicant or student
- Applying as a transfer student
- Applying as an international student
- Applying as a special or visiting student
The office also has information about admissions interviews, local Georgetown University events in your region, Georgetown Admissions Ambassador Program and other resources for prospective students and parents. For more information about getting into Georgetown visit our Prospective Students page.
Academics
Georgetown University is comprised of four undergraduate schools, three graduate and professional schools, professional development programs and certificates, medical residencies and other programs predicated on the liberal arts tradition at the heart of the institution. Find more information about learning and teaching at Georgetown.
Financial Aid and Student Accounts
The Office of Student Financial Services works to make it financially possible for every qualified applicant to enroll at Georgetown University so that we can recruit and retain a talented and diverse learning community. Student Financial Services has a variety of information including:
- Tuition and other expenses
- Financial aid forms
- Grants and scholarships
- Tax benefits for higher education
- Tuition insurance
- Student employment (including information on federal work study)
- International Student Information
- Student and Parent Loans
The Office of Student Accounts deals with University tuition and other issues related to paying for your student's education at Georgetown University. Parents and family members may access their Student's account through StudentAccess+ if given authorization by the student. StudentAccess+ provides student's and family members with a number of functions at their fingertips, including viewing the student bill, payment of the student bill, and submission of a Student Health Insurance waiver or acceptance. The Office of Student Accounts website provides information about:
- Tuition and payment
- GU monthly payment plan
- Forms (including automatic deposit, and deferred payment)
- Student Health Insurance Information
- Third Party Authorization to View Student Account
- Educational Records Privacy Act Information
Living on-campus
The Office of Student Housing (Housing Office) is responsible for providing a comfortable, safe, and stable environment within which students can experience personal and intellectual development. The Housing Office is responsible for housing assignments, housing charges, and administration of the Housing Occupancy Agreement. Visit the following links to learn more:
- New Student Housing Information
- Georgetown Residences
- Housing Selection Information
- Housing Forms and Documents
The Office of Residence Life is dedicated to students and is committed to the Jesuit ideal of educating the whole person through building a vibrant living community, supporting personal development, and promoting leadership. The website provides information about:
- Residence Life Overview
- Living Learning Communities
- Faculty-in-Residence program
- Living with Roommates
Georgetown University Dining Services works to meet the diverse and ever-changing needs of the student population at Georgetown. Visit the following links to learn more:
Off-Campus Student Life
Georgetown Juniors and Seniors can choose the option of living off-campus. The Office of Off-Campus Housing Resource Services serves the needs of students living off-campus through programs, resources, and support services. While first year students must reside on-campus, the Off-Campus Housing office is available to assist students in planning for housing needs for future semesters. Visit the following links to learn more:
The Office of Off-Campus Student Life (OCSL) works to support Georgetown University students who do not live in University housing. OCSL also works with the surrounding communities concerning issues of students in the neighborhoods. By providing education and support to off campus students, OCSL strives to help students secure safe and decent housing, receive the services they need, and be responsible and proud citizens of the neighborhoods. In working with the neighbor residents and community organizations, OCSL actively collaborates with residents to enhance the position of the student in the neighborhood and to promote postive town/gown relations.
Use the links at left for more detailed information on the various opportunities and services available to your student at Georgetown.
