Georgetown University
- 4 Year
- WASHINGTON, DC
CollegeGrad School
Georgetown University Reviews
Rating 3.8 out of 5 1,278 reviews
My journey at Georgetown has been transformative and empowering. As a 45-year-old undergraduate student, I embraced the challenge of online learning at Georgetown. The faculty's guidance and support have been invaluable, and the curriculum's practicality has enriched my understanding of real-life situations. The flexibility of the learning environment has allowed me to balance my roles as a full-time student, wife, mother, and professional. The wealth of online resources, including the university's library and career services, has been instrumental in my academic and professional growth. The sense of community among students, even in the virtual space, is truly remarkable.
I value Georgetown's broad experience, particularly my one-of-a-kind placement in Qatar, which adds to its uniqueness. I am grateful to Georgetown University for providing me with an extraordinarily diversified and engaging education. My placement at the Qatar campus has given me a distinct viewpoint that distinguishes my educational path. The cosmopolitan environment at Georgetown Qatar has given me the opportunity to engage with students and teachers from all over the world, creating a global perspective and awareness of different cultures and ideas. This unique experience has not only extended my academic views but also aided my personal development by teaching me the importance of diversity and inclusiveness.
Going to college in Washington DC offered me so many opportunities to see the world. As well as being able to explore Virginia and Maryland.
Top notch professors. I didn’t just learn from academics. I learned from business leaders, CEO’s, and people in the workforce. It helped a lot to apply the knowledge to real world experience.
Amazing campus, beautiful area surrounding campus with lots of connections to history! GU boasts a strong reputation for academic rigor and excellence across various disciplines, including law, business, international relations, and public policy. Situated in Washington, D.C., Georgetown benefits from its proximity to numerous government agencies, international organizations, and cultural institutions, offering unparalleled opportunities for internships, research, and networking. I love the diverse and inclusive community, attracting students and faculty worldwide. Diversity enriches the cross-cultural understanding. Georgetown has a vast and influential alumni network, providing students with valuable connections and opportunities for mentorship and career advancement. Rooted in its Jesuit tradition, Georgetown emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership and service to others, instilling in students a sense of responsibility and commitment to making a positive impact on society.
They claim to meet financial need, but don't. The financial aid department lacks any consideration or compasion for family circumstances and their ability to pay. They expect students eligible for the Pell grant to contribute over $90,000 per year for their education expenses making it impossible for them to attend.
As a veteran student, this institution provided me with not just an education, but a comprehensive experience that intertwined academia with real-world exposure the federal government. Georgetown's location in Washington, DC, immersed me in the epicenter of political decision-making. Through networking opportunities, I gained access to the workings of the federal government, attending congressional hearings and via exposure to policy makers, the ability to partake in policy discussions. Georgetown facilitated an environment where I could apply my classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Internally, the university's vibrant school government allowed me to engage in student leadership and advocacy. Serving in various roles within the student body, I learned the importance of civic engagement and the power of collective voices. Unquestionably, Georgetown instilled in me a sense of heightened responsibility that has stayed with me.
Internally, the university's vibrant school government allowed me to engage in student leadership and advocacy. Serving in various roles within the student body, I learned the importance of civic engagement and the power of collective voices. Unquestionably, Georgetown instilled in me a sense of heightened responsibility that has stayed with me.
I've had an overall positive experience at Georgetown. It can feel very segregated at times, but that's somewhat common on a lot of college campuses.
Great area and city being in DC. Expensive, but you can find affordable options. Not a ton of diversity and very privileged.
Great mix of academics and social life! Classes can feel competitive, but the school is small enough where you also build camaraderie with classmates. Great access to various events and opportunities in DC and especially wonderful for this interested in public service or research.
Even though I am in a mostly remote program, I still feel connected to the other students in the program because of the on-campus residencies. The career services are outstanding and create a very personalized experience. And the curriculum is very well designed with courses that complement each other and build on the knowledge and experience we are gaining throughout the program.
Georgetown was great and offered the opportunity to engage with a lot of different people from all walks of life. However, as a commuter, I felt very unsafe when having to walk to my car (parked off campus) and had lots of issues with the administration in trying to get a parking spot on campus (despite there being plenty of them). Otherwise, professors are great, and you will be exposed to careers/life paths you never thought possible.
Georgetown University gave me a taste of Washington, DC, with a global flavor. Every state and many countries were represented. The courses were very rigorous and it was very competitive. There were many high-profile professors, even as an undergrad. It was an excellent education and a transformational experience. I have no regrets.
The online SCS program at Georgetown was awful. It practically costs as much as normal tuition, yet there is very little one-on-one with professors. Not to mention the fact that the administration is full of terrible people, who do not care about students. I dropped out after my first course because it was not worth the money, and they charged me for another-- even though I withdrew and never submitted a single assignment. When I told them that, they referred my case to a debt collector and destroyed my credit score. Now, I have to get a Lawyer involved (which I cannot afford). I wish they would let me give ZERO stars. Dont pay to get a degree here.
I didn’t like that grades are very dependent on the quality of the TA’s and the strictness of their gradings. I love the course material and the fast paced classes - all the professors I’ve had are very good at what they do, interesting, qualified. I liked the many coffeeshops and easy access to the city. I disliked that campus parties are often boring, the lack of solid sports culture, and people that like to hear their own voices but don’t contribute anything to the conversation that isn’t pretentious and convoluted.
The dorms are old and not that big, and communal bathrooms need deep cleaning and repair. The dining hall is abysmal, and not very friendly for people with dietary restrictions. There are also flies everywhere. I love the staff though, and the classes are broad and interesting. Campus has a lot of resources, but the University policies are flawed itself and need more restructuring to acclimate to today's social landscape.
I am a first year graduate student at Georgetown University. I am studying Data Science and Analytics and teaching 2 other courses as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for courses :- "Deep Learning and Neural Networks" and "Introduction to Computer Architecture". It has been a wonderful semester so far, even with an extensive amount of workload. This is because it has provided me with enriching exposure to gain insight academically and professionally. Additionally, I have made some amazing lifelong friends(thanks to diversity, we get to learn about different cultures of different regions)