Georgetown University Top Questions

Someone who is hardworking and friendly.

Someone who prioritizes their social life over academics should not attend this school.

A person who is not accepting of a diverse assortment of beliefs and lifestyles lived by their peers. Any person who is not willing to put forth 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} into all of their endevours may find him or herself feeling out of touch with those motivated to succeed. While academic success is by far the chief goal of all those attending, a person who has trouble letting their hair down may be overwhelmed. A person who does not like to become involved in campus will quickly become lost socially.

Someone who isnt academically inclined/motivated. The classes are very difficult and you will have to balance work and play. Someone who dislikes cities should not attend either.

Georgetown's Catholic identity is not extremely pervasive, but it does impact certain aspects of campus life, for instance we cannot sell condoms on campus and do not have a gender-blind housing option. Someone uncomfortable with those limitations shouldn't come here. Likewise someone who is super into subculture might feel out of place here.

unless you are really career or academically focused, georgetown isnt very open to your typical west coast kid. skateboarding, rock music, pot are all outwardly frowned upon by 70{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the students. very apparent WASP aspect.

Someone who isn't open-minded or independent, someone who isn't eager to learn new things or meet new people.

Someone who cannot maintain a proper balance of work and play, who does not have a strong ethical foundation, and who does not feel comfortable in a city.

A prospective student ought to aim for excellence in the field of their choice. Georgetown students work hard in class and do not hesitate to make their mind known, both in and out of class. The Jesuit influence is strong at Georgetown; students ought to possess an eagerness for learning for the sake of learning itself and a willingness to challenge oneself through the university's diverse core curriculum. Students of diverse backgrounds, fields of interest and abilities can thrive at Georgetown. What we share is a willingness to challenge oneself, a love for learning and a pursuit of excellence.

The majority of students come from middle- to upper-class backgrounds so poorer students tend to feel a little left out. Nearly everyone here works hard in class so total slackers need not apply.