by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Georgetown degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Georgetown measures up.
Georgetown is ranked #3,067 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within District of Columbia, it ranks #8 of 12 for value.
Among the majors Georgetown offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution | #7 of 9 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #7 of 9 |
| Research Methodology & Quantitative Methods | #11 of 11 |
| General Classics & Classical Languages, Literatures, & Linguistics | #16 of 16 |
| Classical Languages & Literature | #16 of 16 |
| Foreign Language | #16 of 16 |
| Political Economy | #18 of 19 |
| Neurobiology & Anatomy | #20 of 20 |
| Economics | #23 of 25 |
| Biological & Physical Sciences | #34 of 35 |
Below is the detailed Georgetown value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Georgetown University is ranked #1 out of #15 in District of Columbia for quality and #8 out of #12 for District of Columbia value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Georgetown financial aid page to be sure.
Georgetown University is ranked #3,067 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Georgetown University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Georgetown costs about $71,488. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $285,951 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $88,741 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $40,815 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $71,488 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $285,951 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Georgetown net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Georgetown degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $354,964 | — | — |
| All Students | $285,951 | #3,067 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $163,260 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $354,964 | — | — |
| All Students | $285,951 | #8 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $163,260 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Georgetown shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,340 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,750 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,464 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,491 |
| Over $110K | $57,166 |
About 36% of Georgetown undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $46,087 per year. Get more details on the Georgetown financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Georgetown net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.