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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.

From our world-class academic programs and modern athletic facilities to our state-of-the-art residence hall & campus center, Georgetown Prep has something for all students to enjoy and grow as young men. If you are interested in enrolling in our private Catholic school or staying at our boarding school during the school year, we welcome you to contact our admissions office today! We’d be happy to help you plan a visit and provide you with all the information you need.

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

123

Residential student

Residential Students

86%

Faculty have an advanced degree

100%

Students accepted to college

43%

Students of Color

80

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Extracurricular activities and clubs

32

Athletic Teams, 16 Different Sports

61

IAC Championships over the last 12 years

11

Summer Senior Immersion and Language Trips

85

Hours of service by each student by graduation

28

AP Classes

6,700+

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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

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Our Voices

The Prep Impact

Why did you choose to be a residential student at GP?

Matteo Yu ’27

Shanghai, China

Alex Murphy Glidden ’25

LYMAN, NH

Bobby O'Connor ’26

UlaanBataar, Mongolia

Jess Hedequist, ’25

Boston, MA

What is special about a Georgetown Prep?

Ruben Rosa Benicio ’25

Bissau, Guinea-Bissau

Jess Hedequist, ’25

Boston, MA

Finn Gest ’27

Phoenix, AZ

What do you do in your free time?

Jason Kim ’27

Seoul, Korea

Dino Yu ’24

Shanghai, China

Brendan Kozak ’26

Raleigh, NC

What is the benefit of being near Washington, DC?

Jess Hedequist, ’25

Boston, MA

Will McKeown ’26

Darien, CT

Finn Gest ’27

Phoenix, AZ

OUR COMMUNITY

Connections Across the Globe

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West - Midwest - Southwest
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Northeast - Southeast
Brazil - Columbia - Ecuador - Panama
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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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