Georgetown University Grad School
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37th and O St NWWashington, DC, 20057, USA
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Georgetown University is a Jesuit private university located in Georgetown, Washington, DC. Father John Carroll founded the school in 1789, though its roots extend back to 1634. While the school struggled financially in its early years, Georgetown expanded into a branched university after the American Civil War under the leadership of university president Patrick Francis Healy. Georgetown is the oldest Roman Catholic university in the United States, and its religious heritage is used to define the institution. The university's mixed endorsement of Roman Catholic and secular viewpoints has caused controversy at times. Georgetown's three urban campuses feature traditional collegiate architecture and layout, but prize their green spaces and environmental commitment. The main campus is known for Healy Hall, a designated National Historic Landmark. Academically, Georgetown is divided into four undergraduate schools and four graduate schools, with popular programs and notable faculty in... more at freebase
| Type | Private not-for-profit |
| Campus Setting | City: Large |
| Highest Degree | Doctor's degree |
| Graduate Degree | Yes |
| Medical Degree | Yes |