Georgetown University reviews

The University prides itself on its Jesuit heritage, and senior management seems to understand this, but it doesn't trickle down to lower levels.

D.C. is a very expensive city; salaries are average. Many students must get second jobs to make ends meet or they have spousal support. However Georgetown is well recognized in the research community so job opportunities are not too difficult to come by after graduation. Often students complete their post-docs at NIH, National Academies of Science, or other prestigious institutions. The only other down-side is that funding is always tight. All students are required to write and submit at least one grant during their training. On the flip side, this is good training for the future life as a scientist.