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 93 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 Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,535
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $44,725
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- The Prep Perspective: "The Prime Function of Teaching Math at Georgetown Prep" - 10/30/2024"While Prep's math curriculum is admittedly rigorous, there is something else that makes the math department at Prep stand out, and that is the level of support and commitment our ...moremath teachers give to the students every single day." hide
Top Rankings
Georgetown Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School History
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
8-12
Year Founded
1789
1906
Campus Size
93 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
507 students
315 students
% Students of Color
43%
26%
% International Students
42%
20%
% Students Boarding
23%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
28
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
86%
71%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$20.5 million
$28 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$73,535
$66,250
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$44,725
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
29%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,000
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Dec. 15
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Director of Admissions
Brett Graham '92
Associate Director of Admissions
Robert J. Begin
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
19
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
30
23
Extracurriculars
Crafts Club
Club or Organization:
Arrupe Society (Service), Band, Big Buddies, Black Student Association, Chess Club, Environmental Club, Forensics, French National Honor Society, German Club, Horizons Literary Magazine, Horticulture Club, International Relations Club/OAS, Investment Club, Korean Club, Mandarin Club, Mock Trial Club, National Honors Society, Speech and Debate, Student Alumni Association, Student Government, The Blue and Gray (Literary Magazine), The Cupola (Yearbook), The Little Hoya (Newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Drama, Drama & Drama Tech, Jazz Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club, Ski & Snowboard Club
Club or Organization:
Arrupe Society (Service), Band, Big Buddies, Black Student Association, Chess Club, Environmental Club, Forensics, French National Honor Society, German Club, Horizons Literary Magazine, Horticulture Club, International Relations Club/OAS, Investment Club, Korean Club, Mandarin Club, Mock Trial Club, National Honors Society, Speech and Debate, Student Alumni Association, Student Government, The Blue and Gray (Literary Magazine), The Cupola (Yearbook), The Little Hoya (Newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Drama, Drama & Drama Tech, Jazz Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club, Ski & Snowboard Club
College Matriculation
Year: 2006 - 2008
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 Preparatory School, the oldest boys' school in America is the only Jesuit boarding school in the country. Georgetown Prep is located in a Washington, D.C. suburban setting near the National Institutes of Health and the Bethesda Naval Medical Center.
- The school is located near the Grosvenor Station of the Washington Metro's Red Line. The school is 35 minutes from each of Washington's major airports.
- Prep alumni include Brian Cashman '85 (General Manager - New York Yankees), Senator Christopher Dodd '62 (United States Senator), A.J. Wood '91 (U.S. National Soccer Player and former Olympian), Mo Rocca '87 (Comedian, formerly of the The Daily Show), William Bidwill '49 (Owner - NFL's Arizona Cardinals) and many other successful graduates. Prep families also include the Kennedys and the family of George Washington.
- Georgetown Preparatory School accreditations: Middle States, Maryland Dept. of Education
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Brian Cashman '85 - General Manager - New York Yankees
- Christopher Dodd '62 - United States Senator
- A.J. Wood '91 - U.S. National Soccer Player
- 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
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Georgetown Preparatory School cost?
Georgetown Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $73,535 for boarding students and $44,725 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Georgetown Preparatory School?
Georgetown Preparatory School famous alumni include: Brian Cashman '85, Christopher Dodd '62, A.J. Wood '91, Michael Bidwill '83, Roy Hibbert '04, Neil Gorsuch '85, Brett Kavanaugh '83, Jerome Powell '71 and Anthony Shriver '84.
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 Dec. 15.
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