Every Georgetown student is expected to conduct him- or herself in accordance with the student code of conduct. The Student Handbook outlines regulations concerning health and safety, compliance and conduct. The University's speech and expression policy and the alcohol and drug statement are also included. The goal of the University's alcohol and drug policy is to promote an environment in which the misuse of alcohol is not tolerated. The regulations adhere to the laws of the District of Columbia, which establish the drinking age at 21.
Most Georgetown undergraduates are underage to consume alcoholic beverages legally.
To enforce University rules and regulations, a student judicial system is in place that gives administrative and adjudicatory power to the University. The judicial system is administered by the director of student conduct and other staff as appropriate. A hearing board is composed of three students and two members of the faculty or administration. Any questions concerning the student judicial system should be directed to the Office of Student Conduct and Off Campus Affairs. This office is responsible for non-academic disciplinary matters only.