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Semester in Washington Politics (Graduate Certificate) (Graduate Certificate) at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The semester in Washington (SIW) graduate certificate program at GW’s College of Professional Studies (CPS) offers a transformative and immersive full-semester experience. The program is designed to provide students with a unique opportunity to explore the heart of American government, while gaining practical skills and insights into politics. The graduate requires a minimum of 9 credits in coursework. Coursework can be a combination of seminar, practicum, and research courses. In addition, students participate in site visits to various governmental institutions and organizations.

Faculty: College of Professional Studies  |  Department: Certificate Programs, College of Professional Studies  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

*All topics offered under CPS 6109 can be counted toward program requirements.

Career pathways

Students also have an opportunity to network with CPS’s Graduate School of Political Management alumni, who hold positions in government, political campaigns, public affairs and advocacy, media and communications, international relations, and more.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the College of Professional Studies graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

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