Georgetown University is one of the world's leading academic and research institutions located in Washington, DC. Established in 1789, it is the nation's oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. The institution operates as a major student-centered, international research university offering programs in Washington, DC; Doha, Qatar; and around the world. Georgetown is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit that has maintained tax-exempt status since October 1973.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$6.0B
+6.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$35.4M
+41.2% YoY
Grant Count
193
-1.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$184K
+43.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Georgetown University's mission is to serve as one of the world's leading academic and research institutions, offering a unique educational experience that prepares the next generation of global citizens to lead and make a difference in the world. The university is a vibrant community of exceptional students, faculty, alumni, and professionals dedicated to real-world applications of research, scholarship, faith, and service. Drawing upon the 450-year-old legacy of Jesuit education, Georgetown provides students with a world-class learning experience focused on educating the whole person through exposure to different faiths, cultures, and beliefs.
The university's primary program areas include:
Instruction: Georgetown consists of nine schools offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees: the College of Arts & Sciences, the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown Law Center, the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, the McCourt School of Public Policy, the Robert E. McDonough School of Business, the School of Continuing Studies, the School of Health, the School of Nursing, and the School of Medicine. During the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, Georgetown enrolled approximately 20,400 students and awarded 7,796 degrees.
Research: One of the university's primary objectives is the development of knowledge through basic science, clinical research, and other research initiatives. During the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, faculty and students participated in over 2,600 research projects in science and other areas.
Academic Support: The university provides comprehensive academic support services to its student body.
Grantmaking
Georgetown University administers internal research funding and grant programs. The institution awards grants through several mechanisms:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Georgetown University operates campuses and programs in:
- Washington, DC (primary campus)
- Doha, Qatar
- Additional locations around the world
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year 2024 (ended June 30, 2024):
- Total Revenue: $2.09 billion
- Total Expenses: $2.06 billion
- Total Assets: $6.05 billion
Fiscal Year 2023 (ended June 30, 2023):
- Program Service Revenue: $1.23 billion
- Investment Income: $96.49 million
- Other Revenue: $95.35 million
- Net Assets/Fund Balances: $2.38 billion
Workforce:
- Approximately 16,053 employees (as of 2024)
- Approximately 18,000 volunteers
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $6,046,074,142 | $5,656,709,556 | $5,349,711,745 |
| Revenue | $2,087,659,878 | $1,922,844,840 | $1,988,566,479 |
| Expenses | $2,055,592,323 | $1,907,524,978 | $1,752,961,854 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $149,993,235 | $96,494,098 | $199,262,974 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include CooperSmith Global LLC ($2,046,658), Descendants Truth and Reconciliation Trust ($2,000,000), Colorado State University ($438,811).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Children's Trust Anchorage, AK | Subaward | $212,500 |
| AMER CNCIL ON TEACHING FOREIGN LANG Alexandria, VA | Subaward | $63,788 |
| American Dental Association Chicago, IL | Subaward | $97,229 |
| AMERICAN INST FOR RESEARCH Washington, DC | Subaward | $34,525 |
| American Society of Intl Law Washington, DC | General Support | $22,500 |
| A&R LURIE CHILDREN'S HOSP OF CHIC Chicago, IL | Subaward | $100,000 |
| Arizona State University Tempe, AZ | Subaward | $94,346 |
| ARK ADVOC FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES Little Rock, AR | Subaward | $110,000 |
| Arlington Free Clinic INC Arlington, VA | Subaward | $18,750 |
| ASSN FOR PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS &MGMT Washington, DC | General Support | $8,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Robert Groves serves as Interim President of Georgetown University.
The university's governance structure includes 40 voting members on the governing body, with 38 identified as independent voting members.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| John J DeGioia PhD C'79 G'95 | President & Board Member | 40 | $1,610,813 |
| Afsaneh Mashayekhi Beschloss | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Amy R Goldman F'86 | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Anthony R Coscia | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Bruce Blume L'80 P'08 P'20 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Daniel O'Day | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Edward L Cohen L'70 P'20 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Fernando Zobel de Ayala P'19 P'25 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Fr Agbonkhianmeghe E Orobator SJ | Vice Chair | 4 | — |
| Fr Daniel Patrick Huang SJ | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Fr James Martin SJ | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Fr John P Fitzgibbons SJ | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Fr Ronald A Mercier SJ | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Frank H McCourt Jr C'75 P'05 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| General Joseph F Dunford Jr MA'85 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| HE Sheikh Abdulla Bin Ali Al-Thani | Board Member | 2 | — |
| James L O'Hara C'88 L'92 P'22 P'24 | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Jeanne Ruesch P'02 P'09 | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Joseph V Amato | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Karam S Kalsi B'90 P'25 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Kaya K Henderson F'92 EML'07 H'12 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Kelly Mulvoy Mangan F'91 P'25 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Kenneth A Samet | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Kevin ClarkC'76L'79P'05080811132023 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Kevin M Warren B'84 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Leigh Tung Chou F'93 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Makiko Tanaka Ueshima P'24 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Mannone A Butler | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Mary Callahan Erdoes C'89 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Melody Rollins F'93 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Meroe Park | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Ravi Raheja P'23 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Rev Francisco de Roux SJ | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Ritu Ahuja Khanna B'01 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Rosemary T Berkery P'15 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Suzanne O Donohoe C'92 | Vice Chair | 4 | — |
| Thomas A Reynolds B'74 | Board Chair | 6 | — |
| Thomas W Farley C'97 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Thomas W Purcell F'93 P'23 P'25 | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Timothy J ONeill L77P'0811121521 | Board Member | 4 | — |
| W Robert Berkley Jr B'95 | Board Member | 4 | — |
| William C Sonneborn | Board Member | 2 | — |
| David B Green | Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $1,049,618 |
| Marie A Mattson | Secretary | 40 | $504,842 |
| Narahari Sastry | Chief Financial Officer (beginning April 1, 2024) | 40 | — |
| Robert M Groves | Provost | 40 | $1,012,882 |
| Adam R Adler | Vice President & General Counsel | 40 | $492,959 |
| Edward B Healton | Executive Vice President of Medical Center | 40 | $1,055,637 |
| William M Treanor | Executive Vice President of Law Center | 40 | $849,893 |
| Christopher Gill | Managing Director of Public Investments | 40 | $984,100 |
| Ed Cooley | Men's Basketball Coach | 40 | $3,963,610 |
| John L Marshall | Assoc. Director Clinical Services, Georgetown LOMBARDI COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CTR | 40 | $915,085 |
| Michael K Barry | Chief Investment Officer | 40 | $1,780,603 |
| Patrick A Ewing | Former Men's Basketball Coach | — | $12,549,824 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Georgetown University's Center for Security and Emerging Technology received $2 million in funding from Google.org for its research initiatives.
Georgetown\u2019s Center for Security and Emerging Technology Awarded $2M\The McCourt School of Public Policy awarded $1.5 million in grants to 24 Georgetown researchers through its Tech & Public Policy program.
Georgetown\u2019s Center for Security and Emerging Technology Awarded $2M\The university maintains active internal research funding mechanisms through the Office of the Provost, including annual research grants and collaborative research grant programs between its DC and Doha campuses.
Annual Research Grants | Office of the ProvostSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Georgetown University fund?
Georgetown University's mission is to serve as one of the world's leading academic and research institutions, offering a unique educational experience that prepares the next generation of global citizens to lead and make a difference in the world. The university is a vibrant community of exceptional students, faculty, alumni, and professionals dedicated to real-world applications of research, scholarship, faith, and service. Drawing upon the 450-year-old legacy of Jesuit education, Georgetown p…
How do I apply for a grant from Georgetown University?
Georgetown University administers internal research funding and grant programs. The institution awards grants through several mechanisms: • **Annual Research Grants:** The Office of the Provost manages annual research grant programs for faculty and researchers. • **DC-Doha Collaborative Research Grant Program:** The university offers collaborative research grants between its Washington, DC and Doha, Qatar campuses. • **Tech & Public Policy Program Grants:** The McCourt School of Public Policy a…
Where does Georgetown University make grants?
Georgetown University operates campuses and programs in: • Washington, DC (primary campus) • Doha, Qatar • Additional locations around the world
What size grants does Georgetown University award?
In 2024, Georgetown University awarded 193 grants totaling $35.4M — an average of about $184K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Georgetown University's EIN?
Georgetown University's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 53-0196603. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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