Frequently Asked Questions

CCT’s CIP code (new window) is 09.0702, which is STEM eligible. Students wishing to apply for this extension must first successfully complete the regular 12-month OPT period following completion of the program, then follow guidance from Georgetown’s Office of Global Services on the STEM OPT Extension (new window) to apply for the additional 24 months of work authorization.

Yes, some do. Roughly 15-20 percent of CCT grads pursue a Ph.D. or another qualification, e.g. a law degree. Many students have found that their exposure to multiple research methods and opportunity to learn from supportive faculty while at CCT boosted their analytical and academic skills, giving them a strong foundation for doctoral research.

Yes. Please review faculty, student and alumni profiles, then contact CCT Admissions (new window) to request an introduction. We encourage prospective students to find out as much as they can about our unique program. 

You do not need to take any preparatory courses before applying to CCT. We do not require that CCT students be technologists or aspire to be technologists. Our students come from diverse backgrounds and build their individualized curriculum based on their own interests, abilities and personal goals.

Students may transfer a maximum of 9 credits from another institution towards their CCT degree requirements. Not all courses are eligible, however. In reviewing transfer requests, the Graduate School would need detailed information, such as transcripts and course syllabi. Please contact CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

Yes, although full-time admission is strongly encouraged. Part-time students take two classes per semester and have three years to complete the program. CCT classes meet once a week and are scheduled throughout the day and evening. Mandatory classes meet in the evenings.

Your transcript must be accompanied by an English language version provided by the academic institution. If your institution does not provide English language copies, applicants are responsible for providing a certified or notarized translation along with a copy of the original transcripts.

Applicants who have attended institutions outside of the United States are strongly encouraged to upload their transcripts in the form of World Education Services (new window) (WES) ICAP evaluations or may utilize other credential evaluation services that are members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (new window) (NACES). Applicants should upload this evaluation directly to the application. If the evaluation does not include a copy of the transcripts that were evaluated, applicants must upload both the transcripts from the institution and the credential evaluation as one document to the application.

Please refer to the Grad School’s How to Apply instructions (new window), in the section on “Transcripts, Translations and Evaluations.”

If it is a few pages over 25, please go ahead and upload it. If it is much longer, please check with CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

You may submit two writing samples if they are each under 15 pages. If you have other concerns, please check with CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

No. The review committee will need to see a sample of only your writing. Keep in mind that the purpose of the writing sample is to show how well you handle high-level academic writing and produce original critical analysis.

You may submit an assignment that was done in college, as well as a more recent piece written in a professional context. If you have further questions, please check with CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

Yes, provided your employer can speak to your analytical and critical thinking skills. Please ensure that at least one of the three recommenders is familiar with your academic abilities.

If you have written blog posts, produced videos, or have some other kind of creative product, you may list these urls in your resume and explain what your role was in this work. If you have further questions, please check with CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

Georgetown University’s Graduate School of Arts & Sciences does not make individual program acceptance rates public.

Please refer to Tips & Timelines (new window).

Please contact CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

Please contact CCT Admissions at cctadmissions@georgetown.edu.

You can find these and other statistics on our Class Profile (new window) page.

Yes. You will need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score if you do not have a Bachelor’s or higher degree from a school where English was the primary language of instruction.

Yes. Please note that these are very competitive so we recommend applying to both Georgetown and non-Georgetown funding sources to increase your chances of receiving an award. See Tuition & Scholarships (new window).

No. Since these are merit-based awards, we consider all applications at the same time in order to select the most deserving candidates. Once funds are awarded to the successful scholars and fellows, we have no more funding to offer for that academic year.

No. Unfortunately, CCT scholarships and fellowships are only available to incoming students. However, there may be other financial awards that you could apply for. See “External Scholarships” in Tuition and Scholarships (new window).

Yes. Most full-time CCT students are employed on a part-time basis. CCT students not only have access to the rich and varied Georgetown University student jobs database but also receive a weekly list of job and internship opportunities especially suited to CCTers. There are also part-time CCT students who work full-time. For some, their employers are supporting their studies, such as Georgetown University employees using Tuition Assistance benefits.