ESM Admissions and Financing

The ESM program tuition fee for the 2025-2026 academic year is $79,560.* Tuition fees exclude individual healthcare or health insurance premiums, books and supplies, student fees, room and board, visas, and incidental expenses.

*Based on 30 required credits at a rate of $2,652 per credit, as determined by the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences for the 2025-2026 academic year. More detailed information about tuition and fees can be found on the Student Accounts website.

Georgetown University has resources to help students identify funding options for their education. U.S. citizens and permanent residents should contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for information on financing. Students may utilize federally-funded programs, external scholarships, and fellowship opportunities to supplement the cost of their education.

The ESM program is approved for Department of Veteran Affairs education benefits, including Yellow Ribbon Funding. If you have additional questions, please contact our assistant registrar for veteran/military benefits at militarybenefits@georgetown.edu.

Georgetown University’s Master of Science in Environment and Sustainability Management (ESM) program is proud to offer five prestigious scholarships, designed to empower future leaders in the critical field of environmental and sustainable business stewardship. These scholarships reflect Georgetown’s Jesuit values of ethical leadership, social responsibility, and commitment to sustainable change. By supporting students who are passionate about creating a more just and sustainable world, the scholarships aim to foster innovation, resilience, and transformative impact in communities around the globe. Each scholarship is an investment in individuals who will drive environmental solutions with integrity, purpose, and a deep sense of service.

Rooted in the Jesuit principle of care for the Earth and those impacted by environmental degradation, this scholarship is for students who demonstrate a commitment to sustainable environmental practices and a desire to lead by example in science-based or organization-focused protection of the planet for future generations. This scholarship recognizes your potential to strengthen Georgetown University and the ESM Program’s efforts to bring the intellectual and institutional resources of our community to advance environmental sustainability and environmental justice through our students.

Reflecting the Jesuit ideal of “care for the whole person as well as respect and responsibility for each other,” this scholarship recognizes students who embody the value of striving for excellence and commitment to making a meaningful impact through environmental action with inclusivity, while emphasizing the interconnectedness of humanity and nature. This scholarship recognizes the potential of individuals to contribute significantly to our program, to the growth and well-being of our cohort culture, as well as the world around us.

This scholarship honors students who demonstrate a vision for large-scale environmental change and a strong desire to address global sustainability challenges through innovative, cross-cultural solutions for significant positive impact. This scholarship is awarded to individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to understanding and engaging with global environmental issues. Applicants showcase their global mindset by having actively engaged in bridging cultural differences and possess a keen interest in navigating the cross-cultural challenges of environmental work and who will add a unique perspective to our diverse cohort.

Inspired by the Jesuit call to “do more,” this scholarship supports students whose creative and forward-thinking approaches to our environment and sustainability promise to push boundaries and inspire others to reach new heights of environmental progress. This scholarship is awarded to individuals who embody the Jesuit value of striving for excellence through an outstanding academic record and a commitment to continuous growth. This scholarship is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional intellectual achievement, ambition, and a dedication to making a meaningful environmental impact through innovation and/or an entrepreneurial mindset.

In line with Georgetown’s commitment to service, this scholarship supports students who exemplify the Jesuit value of service by dedicating themselves to using their education to improve the lives of others through meaningful contributions to underserved communities as well as to advocate for policies that promote environmental justice. This scholarship is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to community impact, social responsibility, and uplifting those in need through their professional and personal endeavors as well as possess the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the ESM cohort community and the greater Georgetown community.

In support of Georgetown University’s decision to offer professional development opportunities to current and former federal civil employees and federal contractors, we will consider currently employed or recently separated federal civil government employees for up to a 10% merit-based scholarship award for the fall 2026 intake.

Current and past federal employees and contractors are also eligible for an application fee waiver, which will automatically apply at final submission of the application form. Please email msesmadmissions@georgetown.edu with any questions or concerns. 

Current seniors and recent undergraduate Georgetown alumni from the Classes of 2023, 2024,  2025, and 2026 are eligible for up to a 10% merit-based tuition scholarship for the master’s in management program. 

Current Georgetown students and alumni are also eligible for an application fee waiver, which will apply automatically at final submission of the application form. Please email msesmadmissions@georgetown.edu with any questions or concerns.

All programs and activities are open to all Georgetown University applicants regardless of race, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected under University policy or applicable law.