Semester in Washington
A career-defining experience in the heart of D.C.
If you’re driven to understand how ideas become action, there’s no better classroom than Washington, D.C.
GW’s Semester in Washington program places you at the center of the institutions, organizations and communities shaping policy, advocacy and public life in the U.S. and abroad.
Through a customizable blend of immersive coursework, project-based labs and a professional internship, the program shows you how decisions are made, how power operates across sectors, and how complex challenges are navigated in real time.
You won’t just study Washington; you’ll step into the work that moves it forward.
Program participants will be enrolled at George Washington University for a 10-week semester.
Now accepting applications for Summer 2026.
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The "Only at GW" Experience in Washington, D.C.
In the SIW program, you’ll live and study at The George Washington University's central campus in Foggy Bottom, just blocks away from critical government institutions like the U.S. Capitol, the White House, and the National Mall.
- Safety: One of Washington, DC’s safest neighborhoods
- Access: Convenient access to all DC, Virginia, and Maryland has to offer via the GWU-Foggy Bottom Metro
- History: A vibrant community with a rich history and deep cultural roots
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