EANon-Binding

Georgetown University

Georgetown is a leading research university in D.C. It offers a non-binding Early Action program and does not restrict other EA applications.Georgetown Early Action is unique: it is restrictive against ED, but not EA.

Important Policy Warning

Georgetown EA forbids applying to binding Early Decision (ED) programs elsewhere. You can apply to as many other non-binding Early Action (EA) programs as you like—including those at other private universities (like MIT, UChicago, or even Notre Dame).

Key Dates

Application Deadline

November 1, 2025

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Decision Notification

December 15, 2025

Decisions released online

Restriction Rule

You may apply to other EA programs (public or private), but you may not apply to a binding Early Decision plan.

Application Compatibility

What you can and cannot apply to while holding a EA application at Georgetown University:

Application TypeAllowed?
Public university Early Action✓ Yes
Private university Early Action✓ Yes
Binding Early Decision (ED)✗ No
International Early Action programs✓ Yes
Scholarship-required Early Action✗ No

Allowed Exceptions

The following application types are explicitly permitted alongside your EA application:

  • ✓All non-binding Early Action programs

Admission Statistics

Overall Acceptance Rate

12%

EA Admit Rate

10%

Total Applicants

26,168

SAT Range (Mid-50%)

1440–1540

Avg SAT Score

1440-1540

Avg ACT Score

32-35

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Georgetown University's EA program binding?

No. Georgetown University's EA program is non-binding. If admitted, you have until May 1st to make your final enrollment decision, giving you time to compare financial aid offers from Regular Decision schools.

Can I apply to public universities Early Action alongside EA?

Yes. Georgetown University's EA policy allows you to submit Early Action applications to public universities. This is a common strategy to secure an early acceptance while awaiting your EA decision.

When will Georgetown University release EA decisions?

Georgetown University typically releases EA decisions around December 15, 2025. Decisions are released online through the applicant portal.

Verify your school list

Make sure your other early applications are compatible with your Georgetown University EA application.

Open the SCEA Compatibility Checker