Renowned as a center of international dialogue, Georgetown is a venue that international leaders often choose to state their positions and calls for action. You will study at one of the oldest universities in the world, learn from distinguished faculty and gain valuable hands-on experience that will help you better understand and appreciate today's global issues and challenges. Learn and live in Washington, DC—a center for international relations.  

Core Topics Covered*

• Global issues and dilemmas
• Terrorism
• Nuclear weapons
• International diplomacy and law
• Crisis management
• Humanitarian crises
• Military occupations
• Foreign policy
• Security
• Economics
• Ethics
• Piracy
• Information technology

Hands-on Experience*

• Visit places such as the Islamic Center, Congress, foreign embassies, and the Organization of American States
• Participate in an international crisis simulation
• Listen to congressional briefings
• Eat with new friends at an International Dinner Night at different ethnic restaurants around the District
• Hear from prominent organizations and key players in international diplomacy and crisis management, such as the Central Intelligence Agency, the National Counterterrorism Center, and the International Organization for Migration
• Participate in an international crisis simulation