Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $78,015
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $47,450
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 8
- Source: Verified school update
Georgetown Preparatory School
About the School
- Founded in 1789, Georgetown Preparatory School is America`s oldest Catholic boarding and day school for young men in grades 9 through 12, and the only Jesuit boarding school in the country.
- Situated on 90 acres in suburban Washington, D.C., Prep's mission is to form men of competence, conscience, courage, and compassion; men of faith and men for others.
- At Georgetown Prep, we are committed to the rich heritage of Jesuit educational principles of intellectual excellence, reflection, and personal responsibility.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $78,015
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $47,450
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 8
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Georgetown Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School History
School Overview
2026 School Data
Georgetown Preparatory School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
Year Founded
1789
1906
Campus Size
93 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Fri. May 28, 2027
School Motto
Men for Others
Student Body
Enrollment
496 students
320 students
% Students of Color
47%
27%
% International Students
10%
21%
% Students Boarding
24%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
87%
73%
Summer Program Details
# of AP Courses Offered
28
18
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$20.5 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$78,015
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$47,450
$40,000
% Students on Financial Aid
33%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$26,000
$25,000
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 8
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Director of Admissions
Chris Rodriguez
Associate Director of Admissions
Robert J. Begin
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
19
17
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
30
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Other Activities:
Arrupe Society (Service)Band
Big BuddiesBlack Student Association
ForensicsFrench National Honor Society
German ClubHorizons Literary Magazine
Horticulture ClubInternational Relations Club/OAS
Investment ClubKorean Club
Mandarin ClubMock Trial Club
Student Alumni AssociationStudent Government
The Blue and Gray (Literary Magazine)The Cupola (Yearbook)
The Little Hoya (Newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong ClubSki & Snowboard Club
Other Activities:
Crafts Club
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Georgetown University
26
Notre Dame University
15
University of Maryland Honors Program
15
University of Virginia
14
Boston College
12
University of Pennsylvania
11
William and Mary
7
Princeton University
6
Cornell University
5
Stanford University
5
School Notes
- Georgetown Prep offers a challenging, liberal arts-based curriculum with an emphasis on critical thinking, ethical leadership, and social responsibility. Faculty members are deeply committed to their students' growth and frequently serve as mentors, coaches, or dorm parents, creating a tight-knit academic community.
- Boarding students at Georgetown Prep live in a state of the art residence hall and represent a diverse group from across the U.S. and around the world. Prep's boarding program is structured but supportive, aiming to foster independence, responsibility, and strong community bonds.
- Georgetown Prep has a nationally recognized athletics program and is a member of the Interstate Athletic Conference (IAC). Nearly 80% of students participate in at least one sport. Prep has produced numerous collegiate and professional athletes. The school emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical wellness as key aspects of Jesuit education.
- At its core, Georgetown Prep is guided by the Jesuit principle of educating the whole person (cura personalis). The school emphasizes:
- Academic excellence
- Reflection and discernment
- Faith in action
- Service to others
- Leadership with compassion and integrity
- All students participate in service-learning, retreats, and reflection programs, grounding their education in a life of purpose.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Brian Cashman '85 - General Manager - New York Yankees
- Christopher Dodd '62 - lobbyist, lawyer, and Democratic Party politician who served as a United States Senator from Connecticut
- Francisco Aguirre-Sacasa ’62 - Foreign minister and ambassador to the United States from Nicaragua (1997-2000)
- Michael Bidwill '83 - Owner - Arizona Cardinals (NFL)
- Roy Hibbert '04 - Indiana Pacers Basketball
- Neil Gorsuch '85 - Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the United States
- Brett Kavanaugh '83 - Associate Justice, Supreme Court of the United States
- Jerome Powell '71 - Chair of the Federal Reserve
- Anthony Shriver '84 - Activist, founder of Best Buddies International
- Francis Rooney '71 - Congressman, US Ambassador to the Holy See from 2005 until 2008
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Georgetown Preparatory School cost?
Georgetown Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $78,015 for boarding students and $47,450 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Georgetown Preparatory School?
Georgetown Preparatory School famous alumni include: Brian Cashman '85, Christopher Dodd '62, Francisco Aguirre-Sacasa ’62, Michael Bidwill '83, Roy Hibbert '04, Neil Gorsuch '85, Brett Kavanaugh '83, Jerome Powell '71, Anthony Shriver '84 and Francis Rooney '71.
What sports does Georgetown Preparatory School offer?
Georgetown Preparatory School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Winter Track and Wrestling.
Does Georgetown Preparatory School offer a summer program?
Yes, Georgetown Preparatory School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Georgetown Preparatory School's ranking?
Georgetown Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Georgetown Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Georgetown Preparatory School is Jan. 8.
Student & Alumni Reviews
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Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $78,015
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $47,450
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 8
- Source: Verified school update
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