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W&M in Washington Program

Applications for the Fall 2012 semester are now closed.  Please check back in September for information regarding the Spring 2013 semester application..

How does the Program work?

  • The W&M in Washington Program is open to students in all majors and disciplines.
  • Course and semester themes are designed to reach the largest number of students.
Academics
  • Students receive 6-8 credits for their course work and an additional 6 credits for the academic work they complete in association with their internship.
  • Classes are taught by W&M Professors
  • Classes are held at the W&M Washington Office in Dupont Circle
Internships
  • Students spend 30-35 hours per week at their internships
  • Mission of the internship locations will sync with the semester's theme
  • Reinforces lessons learned in the classroom with real world experience
Housing
  • Students live in group apartments in The Buchanan
  • Located only 3 metro stops outside of the city in Arlington, VA
  • Safe and secure housing complex, complete with fitness center and large common rooms