Georgetown University
Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. is the country's premier destination for international affairs, policy, and diplomacy, home to the School of Foreign Service, the McCourt School of Public Policy, and unmatched proximity to government, embassies, and global institutions.
#285
QS World Rank 2026
~$64,896/yr
Undergraduate Tuition
$10K-$31K
Presidential/Heritage Scholarships
Washington, D.C.
Campus Location
Why Georgetown
Why Indian students choose Georgetown
School of Foreign Service (SFS)
The nation's oldest and most prestigious school of international affairs, producing generations of diplomats, policymakers, and global business leaders.
McCourt School of Public Policy
A top-ranked public policy school with unmatched access to federal agencies and think tanks.
Washington, D.C. Location
Steps from the State Department, World Bank, IMF, and hundreds of embassies, giving unrivaled internship and networking access.
McDonough School of Business
A well-regarded business school offering a global business focus alongside SFS-adjacent international business programs.
Presidential & Heritage Scholarships
Named merit scholarships worth $10,000-$31,000/year available specifically to incoming international freshmen.
Jesuit Global Network
Georgetown's Jesuit affiliation connects it to a global network of partner universities for exchange and research.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
Master of Science in Foreign Service
School of Foreign Service
McDonough Full-Time MBA
McDonough School of Business
BSFS International Politics
School of Foreign Service
BS Business Administration
McDonough School of Business
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| McDonough Full-Time MBA | ~$70,000 | 2 years |
| MS Foreign Service | ~$60,000 | 2 years |
| General Graduate Programs | Comparable per-program structure | 1.5-2 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)
TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score
SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs
Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation
Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Georgetown College Presidential Scholarship
$29,000-$31,000/year
Georgetown College Heritage Scholarship
$10,000-$19,000/year
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Fully funded (highly competitive)
Ready to Begin?
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