Established in 1789 to educate the leaders of a new nation, Georgetown University is today one of the world’s leading academic and research institutions, located at the center of global politics and business in Washington, D.C. For more than 225 years, the University has offered transformational educational experiences that prepare the next generation of global citizens to lead and make a difference in their companies and communities. Georgetown continues to be a destination of choice for presidents, legislators, CEOs, philanthropists, and entrepreneurs.