Washington Semester, American University

Study in the heart of our nation's capital

You will combine classroom work with practical experience to gain a better understanding of American government or a specific public policy area. Each program consists of an 8-credit seminar that meets 3 days a week, a 4-credit internship that you will participate in two days a week, and either a 4-credit research project or a 3-credit elective course taken at American University.  The Washington Semester Program includes several concentrations for which Washington, DC provides a unique perspective. Students from across the country and around the world come to American University for programs that feature seminars with key figures in the fields of American Politics; Foreign Policy; Global Economics and Business; International Law and Organizations; Journalism and New Media; Justice and Law; Peace and Conflict Resolution; Religion, Politics, Peace, and Security; Sustainable Development; and Transforming Communities.

Once you have met with a Study Abroad Advisor, you can begin an application here.

Washington Semester is an Exchange program which means that your tuition will remain the same but you can find housing fee information here.