Georgetown: A rich kid's school?

amdandrew
Wed, 19 Jan 2005 15:47:33 +0000

I was discussing colleges with a friend of mine a few days ago and he remarked that he always thought of Georgetown as being a rich kid’s school. I was taken aback slightly, as I have never had that impression despite the fact that a majority of undergrads come from private schools. I know they give out a lot of financial aid and the such (as every school does) but does the atmosphere feel like a rich kids school? I mean, I consider myself to be a bit preppy (I harbor an affection for polo shirts), but I don’t want to go to a school where that is THE primary mentality. I want to go to a school with smart people who are interesting and engaged in the school, not the “frat boy/sor chick” type (I know Georgetown does not have frats, I am referring to that type of person)

I really like Georgetown’s programs and other features…Any insights will be appreciated