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Ever found yourself running out from HFSC with your drink from Midnight because you're late to catch the GUTS for your JPPP class downtown at 125E?

If you were confused by the acronyms in that sentence, Justin Higgins (C’28) is here to help. Justin lays out the most common acronyms you need to know as a new student.

A Guide to Georgetown Acronyms - Georgetown University Confused with all the acronyms thrown around at Georgetown? Justin Higgins (C’28) lays out the most common acronyms you need to know.

"The best part is that none of it requires a tryout, a roster spot or even a plan. Sometimes all it takes is saying yes when someone asks if you want to join their team."

Here's everything you need to know about the different programs and ways Georgetown offers Hoyas to keep their bodies healthy and active.

How to Stay Physically Active at Georgetown Without Being a Varsity Athlete - Georgetown University Looking to stay in shape while a college student? Here's a guide for Hoyas for staying fit while a studying at Georgetown.

Today, Georgetown University will begin accepting the Common Application for students applying to the university for fall 2027, in addition to the independent application, which opened on June 1st.

Students will have the option to submit either the Common Application or the independent application when applying for admission to Georgetown. Both applications will have an early action deadline of November 1st, 2026, and a regular decision deadline of January 1st, 2027. https://bit.ly/4w4mCBv

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Hey ! Be sure to respond to your offer of admission and submit your enrollment deposit by May 1!

"From classes I would not have taken otherwise to professors who have helped me discover what I want to do once I graduate, the MSB has shaped how I approach problems, opportunities and my role within the broader business world. The McDonough School of Business makes me both proud and grateful to call myself a Hoya."

Sarah Brannigan (B’28) explains all the reasons why she chose Georgetown to study business, from professors, professional development and experiential learning opportunities.

Why I Chose Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business - Georgetown University Sarah Brannigan (B’28) why she chose Georgetown to study business, from professors, the professional development and experiential learning opportunities.

"But that’s the price of moving away from home — stumbling over your mistakes and trying your best to make new friends is all a part of the process of becoming. I eventually found my place within Georgetown and grew to love making new friends."

Mara Goldstein (C’27) had a lot of questions before she committed to Georgetown. Now a junior, she answers those same questions that you might also have as a prospective student.

6 Questions I Had Before Committing to Georgetown - Georgetown University Mara Goldstein (C’27) answers some of the most common questions prospective students might have before committing to Georgetown.

"When I reflect on my college search and decision process from two years ago, I think about all of the factors I weighed: academics, access to internships, a sense of community, clubs. When I considered location, it was mostly in the narrow sense of distance from home. I’m from New York, and two of my top three choices that I was deciding between were in the Midwest. At the time, I was mostly concerned about if this distance would be manageable. Still, I didn’t think location was a big deal. After all, wouldn’t most of my time be spent on campus anyway?

However, after three semesters at Georgetown, I’ve come to appreciate living in DC and not living in a “traditional” college town. I’ve even decided to stay here for a few years post-grad, which is a pivot coming from the guy who thought he’d live in Boston in his 20s before heading back home. Here are a few reasons why."

Justin Higgins (C’28), originally from Albany, New York, is a sophomore in the College of Arts & Sciences and a Georgetown Storyteller studying government with a minor in journalism.

What I Love About Being a College Student in DC - Georgetown University When Justin Higgins (C'28) applied to college, he didn't think much about location. Now as a sophomore, he explains why he loves living and studying in Washington, DC.

“I think there’s a lot you can learn not just about other faiths, but also about your own faith and the value of faith to you by interacting with people from other religions and learning about other religions.

The oldest Catholic and Jesuit university in the United States, Georgetown provides Catholic community members plenty of opportunities to engage with Ignatian spirituality and Catholic traditions through services, retreats, dialogues, immersion programs and more.

But with the largest and most diverse Campus Ministry in the United States, Georgetown is committed to serving students of all religious and non-religious backgrounds in their intellectual and spiritual formation and deepening interreligious dialogue and understanding.

What It's Like To Attend Georgetown as a Non-Catholic - Georgetown University Students of all religious and non-religious backgrounds can explore spiritual life at Georgetown. These students found their faith deepened through community connections, academic study and encounters with other faith traditions.

Hey ! Reminder to check your emails for information on how to register for our next GAAP weekend!

Were you admitted to the Class of 2030? Be on the lookout for an invitation to your local admitted student reception to meet Georgetown students and alumni in your area.