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Our Mission

Since 1789

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.

Welcome

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Our Purpose

Excellence in Education

A Jesuit Education

At Georgetown Prep, we are committed to the rich heritage of Jesuit educational principles of intellectual excellence, reflection, and personal responsibility.

Inspire

Inspire

A Prep education inspires our students to lead a purposeful life by continuing to grow and challenge themselves in leadership and in service to others through higher education and beyond.

Intellect

Intellect

A commitment to the concept of Magis (Latin for ‘more’) is a hallmark of Jesuit schools. It challenges students to go beyond what is expected, interacting with their community with generosity, excellence, and empathy.

Ignatian Identity

Ignatian Identity

A Jesuit education, fulfilling the vision of St. Ignatius, is grounded in teaching our students to find God in all things. The values of Jesuit education prepare students to be well-informed, balanced, and compassionate young men.

International

International

Prep's student body hails from 87 countries and 48 states over our 230+ year history. We integrate global connections in our curriculum and extracurriculars. Our service trips extend beyond our national borders.

Intimate

Intimate

Cura Personalis (‘care for the whole self’) is demonstrated by the personal attention in the classroom, a deep respect for diversity in our community, and an emphasis on the growth and formation for each student.

Our Facts

Prep at a Glance

500

Day and residential students

120

Residential student

Residential Students

86%

Faculty have an advanced degree

100%

Students accepted to college

27%

Students of Color

80

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Extracurricular activities and clubs

32

Athletic Teams, 16 Different Sports

57

IAC Championships over the last 11 years

8

Summer Senior Immersion Trips

85

Hours of service by each student by graduation

28

AP Classes

6,600+

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Alumni living around the world

520

Capacity of the Figge Theater

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Miles to the Nation's Capital

Service
  • Student
Randy Romero '24

The community at Prep is so special and means everything to me. I chose Prep because of the tight knit community. Not only does the community include my brothers, but it extends to teachers, groundskeepers, and the lovely kitchen staff. At Prep we are men for and with others.

  • Alumni
Kofi Asante Asamoah ’15

At Prep, I uncovered my passions among the intersections of science, service and culture. Prep gave me an environment in which I could develop in my Christian faith while harnessing my intellectual faculties which I could use to help make the world a better place.

  • Alumni
Will McAvoy '16

My time at Prep meant the world to me. Learning the concepts of servant leadership and Cura Personalis proved critical to my current job in the Navy. 

  • Student
Changze Song '24

I love the teachers at Prep because they make hard subjects like AP Chem or Multivariable much easier than they seem. They are very responsive to our questions and take the time to answer them in detail. The campus also helps with the learning experience as it feels open and natural.

  • Teacher
Joanna Bradley

Prep students bring unbridled enthusiasm, intense curiosity, and a zest for life to the science classroom. They are a joy to teach.

  • Teacher
Andy Swaminathan

I love teaching at Prep because of the strong sense of community. We are one big family and we are on this journey together. Working at Prep gives me the opportunity to teach and mentor our young men as they go through their high school years.

OUR COMMUNITY

Connections Across the Globe

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Australia
West - Midwest - Southwest
Mexico
Northeast - Southeast
Brazil - Columbia - Ecuador - Panama
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Spain
Kenya
France - Germany - Italy - UK
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Indonesia - Philippines - Taiwan - Thailand
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China - Hong Kong - Korea - Taiwan - Vietnam
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