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)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Yearly Tuition: $44,725
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 20
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Georgetown Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1789
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
507 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
86%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
28 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki pants, tie, dress shirt, jacket, dress shoes
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 20
Yearly Tuition Cost
$44,725
Tuition Notes
Resident Tuition: $73,535
% on Financial Aid
29%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,000
Admissions Director
Brett Graham
Admissions Associate
Robert J Begin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
30 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arrupe Society (Service), Asian Pacific Club, Black Student Union, Booster Club, Dramatics Society, Enviromental Action Club, Forensics Club, International Relations Club, Intramurals, Model UN Model OAS Delegations, National Honor Society, Oasis Music Club, Physics Club, Political Review (Editorial Magazine), Prep Singers, Somos Amigos (Service), Spanish Club, Speech and Debate, Student Alumni Association, Student Government, The Blue and Gray (Literary Magazine), The Cupola (Yearbook), The Little Hoya (Newspaper)
Club or Organization:
Cyber Security Club, Environmental Club, German Club, Math League
Arts and Music Programs:
Pottery Club, Prep Players
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club
Club or Organization:
Cyber Security Club, Environmental Club, German Club, Math League
Arts and Music Programs:
Pottery Club, Prep Players
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club
School Notes
- Georgetown Prep is located in a suburban setting near the National Institutes of Health and the Bethesda Naval Medical Center. Conveniently positioned across from the Grosvenor Station of the Washington Metro's Red Line, students from all over the metro area attend our school.
- Prep alumni include Brian Cashman '85 (General Manager - New York Yankees), Former 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.
- 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
- Mo Rocca '87 - Humorist, journalist, and actor
- 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
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Georgetown Preparatory School cost?
Georgetown Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $44,725 for private 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, Mo Rocca '87, Michael Bidwill '83, Roy Hibbert '04, Neil Gorsuch '85, Brett Kavanaugh '83 and Jerome Powell '71.
What sports does Georgetown Preparatory School offer?
Georgetown Preparatory School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. Georgetown Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
What is Georgetown Preparatory School's ranking?
Georgetown Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Georgetown Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Georgetown Preparatory School is Dec. 20.
School Reviews
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