M.S. in Environment and Sustainability Management
M.S. in Environment and Sustainability Management

MS-ESM Admissions and Financing

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Admissions and Application Details

Application Details

Applications for the Fall 2025 start will open on August 28, 2024 and will be reviewed according to the deadlines below:

*Priority deadline for merit-based scholarship consideration **Final deadline for applicants requiring a student visa to apply
Application RoundApplication DeadlineDecision NotificationDeposit Deadline
Round 1*December 3, 2024End of JanuaryMarch 7, 2025
Round 2*January 31, 2025End of MarchApril 30, 2025
Round 3March 28, 2025Mid MayJune 3, 2025
Round 4**May 15, 2025Mid JuneJune 17, 2025

Application Requirements

The M.S. in Environment and Sustainability Management (MS-ESM) Admissions Committee takes a holistic approach, meaning we consider all parts of your application when making an admissions decision. Therefore, it is necessary to submit all application components so the Admissions Committee can make an informed decision about your application.

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Tuition, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

Read about tuition information, financial aid, and program scholarships below to begin exploring how you will finance your MS-ESM degree.

Tuition Information

The MS-ESM program tuition fee for the 2024-2025 academic year is $76,500.* 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 $2,550 per credit, as determined by the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences for the 2024-2025 academic year. More detailed information about tuition and fees can be found on the Student Accounts website.

Financial Aid

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 Services for information on financing. Students may utilize federally-funded programs, external scholarships, and fellowship opportunities to supplement the cost of their education.

Yellow Ribbon Funding


The MS-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.

Scholarships

The MS-ESM program offers a limited number of scholarships to help admit a competitive and diverse class. To be considered for a scholarship, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the priority scholarship deadline. Applicants will be notified of scholarship awards at the time of admission. Documents included with the application will be used for scholarship evaluation.

Merit-based Scholarship

Awarded to students for outstanding academic or extracurricular achievements. These scholarships don’t require a separate application — students are automatically considered when they apply to the institution.

Financial Aid & Loans

Please note that Georgetown University does not manage or oversee the below external scholarships and cannot track their administration or outcomes. The list provided is not exhaustive. We encourage students to explore additional scholarships that align with their unique needs, goals, and interests.

Outside Scholarships for US Residents

Scholarships for U.S. citizens or permanent residents, covering various criteria like merit, need or field of study. 

Outside Scholarships for International Students 

Scholarships open to international students, including country-specific opportunities

Loan/Scholarship Finder

Outside tools for finding personalized scholarships, grants, and education loans