Anonymous
Post 09/02/2019 21:26     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:There were about 450 applicants for 125 spots for the class of 2023. To make the cut, applicants need to have great grades, high test scores, good letters of recommendation, a solid interview, and great extracurricular activities/passions (sports, music, art, stem, debate, etc). It certainly helps to apply from another well regarded Catholic school, but lots of kids also come from various public and independent schools. Then of course there are the boarders from all over the US and around the world, about 30 freshman spots out of the 125 go to boarders each year. If Prep is your son's first choice, then make that known and hopefully they will feel he is a good fit.

I have been surprised by boys who have been waitlisted at Prep and accepted at a Big 3 or kids who have gotten in to both and chosen Prep over the Big 3. Sometimes, you just never know.


If numbers above are true, then you have a little more than 25% chance of getting in. Sounds much easier than other top privates.
Anonymous
Post 09/02/2019 20:40     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Totally ridiculous statement. I know several excellent students who could afford tuition and more, but were waitlisted. Also, know they offer the same amount of financial aid to students in need as any other top private. Please stop spreading ignorant lies to make yourself feel better.
Anonymous
Post 09/02/2019 20:31     Subject: Re:Georgetown Prep.
Well, can you afford the tuition? That's the main criteria for getting in. All the other stuff is window dressing.
Anonymous
Post 09/02/2019 12:19     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Agreed, our son is very happy. Tough academics, great athletics, positive values, strong service program, tons of diversity with students from all over the world, and amazing school spirit/brotherhood.
Anonymous
Post 09/02/2019 00:06     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I wouldn’t send my son to Prep if they paid me to do so.

Most of the graduates I know from Prep are pompous asshats with mediocre careers who think they are special.

Sorry to hear it’s not the right place for your son.


We have been pleased with the overall diversity at the school...lots of very bright, motivated students from all backgrounds. The first week our son met boys from Africa, South America and China...over 100 kids in the boarding program and lots of school spirit.
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 17:51     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:I wouldn’t send my son to Prep if they paid me to do so.

Most of the graduates I know from Prep are pompous asshats with mediocre careers who think they are special.

Sorry to hear it’s not the right place for your son.
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 16:37     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:I wouldn’t send my son to Prep if they paid me to do so.

Most of the graduates I know from Prep are pompous asshats with mediocre careers who think they are special.

Prep is not for everyone. I would never consider sending my son to any of the so-called “Big 3”, either, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great school for the right child.
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 16:34     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:After this horrible abuse scandal at prep, it’s amazing anyone at all applies.


What abuse scandal is that?

And what DC area schools are free from scandals?


https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/Former-Georgetown-Prep-Priest-Charged-with-Sexual-Abuse-115155199.html
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 16:25     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:I wouldn’t send my son to Prep if they paid me to do so.

Most of the graduates I know from Prep are pompous asshats with mediocre careers who think they are special.


Another family who won't be applying. At this rate, the number of applicants will be equal to the available seats in the freshman class by about the year 2342AD.

Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 16:08     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
I wouldn’t send my son to Prep if they paid me to do so.

Most of the graduates I know from Prep are pompous asshats with mediocre careers who think they are special.
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 15:27     Subject: Re:Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote: “The reality is that most families who considered Prep tended to support Kavanaugh, ...”.


There’s a significant amount of support for Kavanaugh at Prep especially among the faculty and staff that knew him, the alumni who went to school with him and the locals who know him from the neighborhood, Church or youth sports.

At a Prep you would be surrounded by people who hold this view and a lot of other views you might find bothersome.

If this prospect bothers you, you might not want to consider the school.
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 15:19     Subject: Re:Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I've heard it's definitely harder if you are not coming from a Catholic school. I don't know if this is helpful, but we know families that were not accepted there but were accepted at Landon. The ones that were accepted were also accepted at schools considered to be highly competitive. Being a strong athlete probably helps too if you are not coming from a religious feeder school.


Yeah because they have to maintain those high standards for morality and character.


If you don’t believe that, you are free to not apply.

You won’t be missed.


+1
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 15:19     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:After this horrible abuse scandal at prep, it’s amazing anyone at all applies.


What abuse scandal is that?

And what DC area schools are free from scandals?
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 15:15     Subject: Re:Georgetown Prep.
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I've heard it's definitely harder if you are not coming from a Catholic school. I don't know if this is helpful, but we know families that were not accepted there but were accepted at Landon. The ones that were accepted were also accepted at schools considered to be highly competitive. Being a strong athlete probably helps too if you are not coming from a religious feeder school.


Yeah because they have to maintain those high standards for morality and character.


If you don’t believe that, you are free to not apply.

You won’t be missed.
Anonymous
Post 08/31/2019 14:35     Subject: Georgetown Prep.
After this horrible abuse scandal at prep, it’s amazing anyone at all applies.