As the university continues to respond to the evolving circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are committed to providing up-to-date information to our community. Below you will find this week’s new and updated answers to frequently asked questions regarding university news, policies and resources.
Please refer to the Fall 2020 Plan website for the full lists of Fall 2020 FAQs, the Georgetown University Community Compact and messages to the community about the fall semester.
Testing Requirements
If I regularly come to campus two days in row, do I need to be tested once or twice each week?
Anyone approved to be on campus for two consecutive days (e.g., Monday and Tuesday) only needs one test each week. Those who are on campus for two or more non-consecutive days (e.g., Monday, Wednesday and Friday) need two tests each week.
If I need to get two tests each week, how long should I wait in between them?
Ideally, tests should be taken two to four days apart. (For example, if you are on campus Monday, Wednesday and Friday, you should take your tests on Monday and Friday. If you are on campus only Monday and Wednesday, you should get tested on both Monday and Wednesday). Please note there is no testing offered on Saturdays or Sundays.
If I regularly come to campus once every other week, how often should I get tested?
Those who come to campus regularly every other week should get tested only during weeks when they are on campus. In other words, you should not come to campus solely for the purpose of getting tested when you have no other reason to be on campus that week.
If I’m an on-campus student, can I schedule my twice-weekly tests for the rest of the semester?
Yes, you can self-schedule your twice-weekly tests in advance through the One Medical app or website. You will need to schedule each test individually.
If I’m a student living in the Neighborhoods who comes to campus for class or work, should I get tested on campus or with an at-home test kit?
Students living in the neighborhoods of Georgetown, Burleith or Foxhall (the “Neighborhoods”) with curricular elements in their degree programs that necessitate on-campus work should complete their testing requirements on campus.
If I am not approved to be on-campus but need to come pick something up from my office, should I get tested?
Visitors to campus are NOT required to be tested and should follow the Georgetown University Visitor Agreement. This includes faculty and staff who are working remotely and need to request access to their office and other visitors who are invited to campus.
Main Campus Student Life
Is the bookstore open? Can I still purchase textbooks and other materials?
The Main Campus bookstore is closed for the Fall 2020 semester, but you can still purchase course materials, clothing and gifts on the Georgetown Barnes & Noble website. Domestic orders over $49 ship for free. Limited international shipping is available, and rates vary depending on the destination country. If you need to make changes to your order or have questions about your order, you can email the bookstore at sm8198@bncollege.com and they will respond within 12-24 hours. To make returns or exchanges, you can mail your item(s) back to the bookstore, but you will have to pay to ship back the unwanted item(s).
As of August 10, the bookstore has begun processing textbook orders. Orders received will take 24-48 hours before they ship. If you still have rentals from a previous semester and want to return or purchase them, email the bookstore at sm8198@bncollege.com and they will provide instructions on shipping your rentals back for free, as long as you are in the US.