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Georgetown College

#774 in US ranking Georgetown, KY
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$57,846
Tuition & fees
$43,677
Avg. aid
$41,701
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
91%
SAT range
960–1160
ACT range
20–25

Outcomes

Graduation rate
49%
Median salary
$39,868
1 yr after graduation

What does Georgetown College offer in terms of athletics?

Georgetown College competes in National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics athletics as the Tigers. Varsity participation is distinct from club, intramural, and recreational sports: varsity teams involve team selection, scheduled competition, and eligibility rules.

Football, basketball, baseball, soccer, softball, and volleyball are among the sports associated with the college's athletic offerings. A broader list of sports activities should not be taken to mean that each one operates as a current varsity team. Students seeking competitive participation should check the current athletics roster and the team's recruiting requirements; students primarily interested in exercise or casual play should look separately at campus recreation opportunities. Athletic aid, where offered, requires an individual eligibility and financial aid review.

What student groups and Associations are available at Georgetown College?

Student involvement at Georgetown College extends beyond classes and varsity sports. Opportunities include student government, performing arts, service, and interest-based activities, although recognized organizations and their activity levels can change from year to year.

The college reports a drama or theater group, choral groups, and a student-run radio station. Those examples give students different ways to participate - as performers, organizers, or media contributors - without implying that every activity is an academic major. Applicants seeking a particular cultural, professional, religious, or recreational group should check the current student organization directory and meeting information rather than relying on an older list of club names.

Who studies at Georgetown College?

Georgetown College reported total enrollment of 1,345 students. Its enrollment is small enough that prospective students can reasonably expect a different scale of campus life from that of a large state university, although enrollment alone does not establish class size or access to a particular course.

In the reported first-time admissions cycle, 320 students enrolled. The college also reported 39 incoming transfer students in its enrollment data. About 78% of students were Kentucky residents, while 18% came from other U.S. states and 4% from other countries. These figures describe geographic origins, not whether students live on campus.

The student population includes both traditional-age students and older learners. Applicants returning to education after a break should focus on the scheduling, advising, transfer-credit, and financial aid policies relevant to their own circumstances rather than assuming that an institution-wide average describes their experience.

How does student life look like at Georgetown College?

Georgetown College's student life is strongly residential: the reported share of students living on campus is 95%. That makes residence-based activities and campus gathering places especially relevant, while commuters should still consider how their schedules will allow them to participate.

Students can engage through performances, athletics, recurring events, and student-led activities. The college also reports a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling services. Applicants who expect to use a particular service should review its current hours, appointment procedures, and any limits on care. Everyday experience will vary by program, living arrangement, work commitments, and the activities a student chooses.

What libraries are available to students at Georgetown College?

The Ensor Learning Resource Center is Georgetown College's main library. It provides a campus base for research and independent study, including reservable study rooms and study areas reported to be available around the clock on designated days.

Students working on papers or presentations should use the library's catalog and academic databases rather than relying only on general web searches. Research assistance can be particularly useful for locating scholarly sources and learning how to cite them. Because access hours, room-booking rules, and off-campus access to electronic materials can change, students should consult the library's current service information when planning late-night or remote work.

Georgetown College Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

1345

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

357

Total staff

63 full time, 64 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Georgetown College Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,111
Graduate: 234

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 1,093
Part-time: 252

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 156
Men: 201

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 73
Black or African American: 118
White: 770
American Indian or Alaska Native: 4
Asian: 11
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1
Two or more races: 49
Unknown: 20

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Georgetown College Sports & Athletics

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

Both–Men

Cheerleading

Both–Men

Cross-country running

Both–Both

Football

Men–Men

Golf

Both–Men

Lacrosse

Women––

Soccer

Both–Both

Softball

Women––

Tennis

Both–Men

Track and field

Both–Both

Volleyball

Both–Men

Wrestling

Both–Men

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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