About the program
Each fall and spring semester, up to twenty University of Georgia students have the unique opportunity to live, work and study in Washington, DC through the Washington Semester Program. The Washington Semester is the University's only DC-based program that is open to undergraduate students in all colleges and schools at UGA, and it's only comprehensive program, combining coursework, internships and a residential living environment. As a student in the Washington Semester Program, you will:
- Earn at least twelve hours of academic credit
- Work approximately 30 hours per week in an approved internship
- Live with other program students in the nation’s capital
- Connect with leaders in public policy, government and business
- Experience the art and culture of one of the world's great cities
CONTACT INFORMATION
Don DeMaria, Director
302-E Franklin House
Athens, GA 30602-1695
Phone:
706-542-3450
Fax: 706-583-0685
E-mail: dcsem@uga.edu
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Application Updates
November 26, 2008
Applications are no longer accepted for Spring 2009 and we are pleased to announce that the Spring 2009 class has reached the full capacity of 20 students. Applications for the 2009-2010 academic year will be available very soon.
September24, 2008
The priority deadline has passed and a space remains for Spring 2009. Don't miss the opportunity to intern in DC during this exciting time. Apply now for an opportunity to witness history as it unfolds!
