Organizer Information
Georgetown University is a private research university in Washington, D.C. Its College of Arts & Sciences offers undergraduate programs including Art and Art History, while the university’s graduate portfolio includes the M.A. in Art & Museum Studies. Georgetown also offers an interdisciplinary undergraduate minor in Film & Media Studies, combining film and media theory, history, creative practice, and social justice.
Key Information
- Official Institution Name: Georgetown University
- Opportunity Type: University Programs & Admissions
- Study Levels: Undergraduate / Graduate
- Degrees Offered: A.B. / M.A.
- Academic Fields: Art / Art History / Film & Media Studies / Museum Studies / Photography / Graphic Design / Animation / New Media
- Relevant Programs: Art, A.B.; Art History, A.B.; Art & Museum Studies, M.A.; Film & Media Studies Minor; Art Minor; Art History Minor
- Language of Instruction: English
- International Applicants: Yes
- Application Period: Varies by program and applicant type
- Application Deadline: Undergraduate Early Action — 1 November; Regular Decision — 1 January; Art & Museum Studies M.A. — 15 December
- Start of Studies: Fall
- Application Fee: $75 undergraduate; $90 graduate
- Tuition: Undergraduate — $74,520 per academic year; Graduate — $2,758 per credit hour
- Funding: Need-based financial aid and scholarships; international undergraduate funding is limited.
Field of Study & Eligible Disciplines
- Georgetown’s undergraduate Art, A.B. includes concentrations in Printmaking/Drawing, Painting/Drawing, Sculpture, and Photography/Graphic Design/New Media. The department also offers Art History, A.B. and minors in Art and Art History.
- The Film & Media Studies Minor combines media history and theory, experiential media creation, and media and social justice. It is available through an application process to eligible Georgetown sophomores.
- The M.A. in Art & Museum Studies combines art history and museum studies with internships and professional museum practice.
- For the M.A. in Art & Museum Studies, applicants do not have to hold an Art History degree. Georgetown states that applicants from related fields such as history, anthropology, sociology, and literature are encouraged to apply. Students must have at least six undergraduate credits in Art History to enroll; applicants lacking the coursework may be admitted conditionally.
General Eligibility
- Undergraduate applicants apply directly to one of Georgetown’s undergraduate schools. First-year applicants may apply through the Georgetown Application or Common Application. Georgetown requires SAT or ACT scores for undergraduate admission, including for international applicants.
- For the Film & Media Studies Minor, only sophomores in the College of Arts & Sciences, School of Foreign Service, Business, Health, Nursing, and Public Policy who are in good academic standing are eligible to apply.
- Graduate applicants must satisfy university-wide and program-specific eligibility requirements. Georgetown’s general graduate admission criteria include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or international equivalent and normally a B average or better.
- For Art & Museum Studies, a portfolio is not listed as an application requirement, and the program does not conduct official admissions interviews.
Language Requirements
- Georgetown’s undergraduate admissions office recommends, but does not require, an English-proficiency test for applicants whose school does not use English as the language of instruction. Accepted tests include Duolingo English Test, IELTS, and TOEFL.
- For the M.A. in Art & Museum Studies, applicants must submit TOEFL/IELTS results when applicable. The program lists minimum scores of 100 on the original TOEFL iBT scale or 7.5 IELTS.
Application Fee
| Applicant / Program | Application Fee | Waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate admission | $75 | Fee-waiver requests are accepted for applicants for whom the fee presents a significant financial burden. |
| Graduate admission | $90 | Eligible applicants may request a waiver through the graduate application. |
Tuition
| Study Level / Program | Applicant Type | Tuition | Billing Structure | Other Mandatory Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | All undergraduate students | $74,520 | Per academic year | Student activity fee and other applicable charges |
| Graduate | Graduate programs, including Art & Museum Studies | $2,758 | Per credit hour | Program and student charges may apply |
The 2026–2027 undergraduate tuition is $74,520. Graduate tuition varies by school and program; Georgetown lists the standard graduate rate at $2,758 per credit hour.
Funding & Financial Support
- Georgetown provides need-based financial aid to eligible undergraduate students. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible for the university’s full-need policy. International undergraduates may be considered for a limited number of need-based scholarship awards and must indicate their interest in aid and submit the CSS Profile.
- Graduate funding varies by program. Georgetown provides fellowships, awards, scholarships, and other forms of graduate financial support, while individual programs may have additional funding opportunities.
University Services & Academic Support
- Art & Museum Studies students have access to museum and arts institutions in Washington, D.C., through coursework, internships, museum visits, and professional connections. The program has placed students in internships at institutions including the Smithsonian American Art Museum, National Portrait Gallery, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, and National Museum of Women in the Arts.
- The M.A. also offers the option of undertaking spring study at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London or New York, with coursework in areas such as contemporary art, decorative arts, or art business.
Application Requirements
- For undergraduate first-year admission, required materials include the university application, academic credentials, recommendations and standardized test scores. International applicants must provide English translations of credentials issued in other languages and submit SAT and/or ACT scores.
- For the Film & Media Studies Minor, applicants submit general information, a 500-word essay explaining their interest, a two-year completion plan, and the contact information of a faculty reference. A portfolio or link to previous film/media work is optional.
For the M.A. in Art & Museum Studies, applicants must submit:
- Application form
- Non-refundable application fee
- Academic Statement of Purpose, up to 500 words
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended
- Resume/CV
- TOEFL/IELTS, if applicable
A diversity/personal-background statement is optional. The program does not require the GRE and does not require an admissions interview.
How to Apply?
Deadline & Timeline
- Undergraduate Application Opens: 1 June 2026 — Georgetown Application
- Common Application Opens: 1 August 2026
- Undergraduate Early Action Deadline: 1 November 2026
- Undergraduate Regular Decision Deadline: 1 January 2027
- Film & Media Studies Minor Application Period: Spring semester; program-specific application required
- Art & Museum Studies M.A. Deadline: 15 December 2026
- Art & Museum Studies M.A. Start of Studies: Fall 2027
Location
Georgetown University — Washington, D.C., United States
Additional Details
The M.A. in Art & Museum Studies is a 30-credit, 12-month program structured across fall, spring, and summer. Students complete museum-related coursework and internships, with a summer capstone component.
The Department of Art and Art History states that it no longer accepts supplemental portfolios for undergraduate admission. Undergraduate admission decisions are handled by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions rather than the department.