Capital Semester in D.C. – Spring Application Open


Applications for The Fund for American Studies’ Spring 2023 Capital Semester program in Washington, D.C. are being accepted until the final deadline of November 15.

The comprehensive Capital Semester program includes:

  • 12 academic credits from George Mason University.
  • A guaranteed internship placement in public policy, international affairs, journalism, communications or the nonprofit sector.
  • Housing in furnished apartments in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
  • Sessions focused on networking,  professional development and career exploration.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with your students. Thank you for your time and consideration! 

Program Dates

Spring 2023

January 18 – April 28

Upcoming Deadlines

October 11

Early Deadline

November 14

Final Deadline

Learn More

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Questions?

Contact TFAS
admissions@TFAS.org

Grow Your Network + Gain Real-World Experience

The early admissions deadline is Oct. 11.

These days, even more eyes are on Washington, D.C. It’s the seat of the federal government, boasts the largest concentration of nonprofits, is the premier place to engage in foreign and domestic policy, and every major news outlet has a bureau here. 

Are you ready to create your own experience in this important city? 

ONLINE APPLICATION

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Capital Semester: The Comprehensive Package

  • Convenient housing in the heart of the city.
  • guaranteed internship placement.
  • Course credit from George Mason University. 
  • Full access to campus resources.
  • Program orientation when you arrive in Washington, D.C.
  • Staff support to ensure your semester goes smoothly.
  • Career and industry exploration
  • Site briefings at prestigious Washington institutions. 
  • Exclusive guest lectures with prominent scholars.
  • Professional development seminars on topics like job searching and networking.
  • mentor who lives and works in D.C. 
  • Planned social and cultural excursions.  
  • Access to the TFAS Alumni Network of more than 18,000. 

Admissions Information

Be sure to complete an application for the Spring 2023 Capital Semester! 

Generous Scholarship Funding

TFAS, a nonprofit organization, awards more than $1 million in scholarship funding each year. If you’d like to be considered for a scholarship, be sure to fill out the scholarship section of the online application. 

Questions? Contact us at admissions@TFAS.org.

Admissions Checklist:

  • Online Application
  • One-Page Resume
  • Official Transcript
  • $25 Application Fee

Upcoming Deadlines:

Early Deadline: Oct. 11

Final Deadline: Nov. 14

ONLINE APPLICATION

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