American University, School of Professional & Extended Studies
https://www.american.edu/provost/ogis/washington-semester-program/|
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American University, School of Professional & Extended Studies is a program provider offering 1 abroad program. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 1 country such as United States.
Established in 1947, the Washington Semester Program pairs academic and experiential learning with an internship at one of D.C.’s many influential institutions. Receive academic credit and:
- Gain a competitive edge in the job market
- Learn on-site at key organizations in D.C.
- Engage with prominent experts and leaders in government, international affairs, non-- profit and media organizations
- Interact with professionals in your field
- Participate in hands-on seminars
- Experience the culture of Washington, D.C.
- Build your professional and personal networks
Study Abroad with American University, School of Professional & Extended Studies
"I learned the area of focus I wish to go into for my career. At the same time, I also really enjoyed how to become much more independent and mature. Due to a lot of time being spent alone, I was really able to focus on my classes and also make the most out of my time. It allowed me to also explore all that DC has to offer. I lov..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to live and work in a city."
A student Middlebury College
"I got the ability to network with tons of people in my same field of study making it invaluable."
Lillian Ciarletto University of Hartford
"Better understanding of what I want to do in life "
Nia Thomas Trinity University
"I was not abroad."
A student Trinity University
"See above comment. It was very inspiring, and changed my views on the world. "
A student Trinity University
"I gained a sense of how politics works. It was a worth while experience."
Myeisha Boyd University of Hartford
"You learn the most from doing things you aren't used to. "
A student University of Hartford
"I gained great professional experience that was very worthwhile "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about professionalism and networking"
A student Trinity University
"a more in-depth look about my major and different cultures."
A student Trinity University
"I learned how to network in a professional setting and how to get ahead in DC. My best experienced occurred outside the classroom, at professional events, workshops, volunteer opportunities. It was not worthwhile because the reason I was there - the "study" of study abroad - was not engaging. "
Hailey M Brandeis University
"The WSP really made me grow up and learn how to live and work in a city that I had never been to before. It was definitely worthwhile."
Samantha P University of Hartford
"I gained a lot of knowledge about myself. I discovered what I want to do as a career. It was definitely a worth wile experience. "
Eboni R University of Hartford
"Learned about what I want my future career to be. "
Eboni R University of Hartford
"I learned a lot about what I may want to do in my future from this program. I had never been to DC before or knew much about life there, so spending the summer living there helped me figure out if it is a place I could see myself in a few years."
A student Trinity University
"I had an amazing job and got to really live as a journalist. It was all worth it. I made amazing friends and found the city I want to live in as an adult. "
A student Trinity University
"An acute understanding of American Politics. It was worth while. "
Joseph S Clark University - Worcester
"Learnt a lot about DC, it was amazing, would do a DC program again but likely a different on (Foreign Policy, American Politics, or coexistence)"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned professionalism and how to work in an office environment. Also, to keep in contact with your friends. It was definitely worthwhile."
acaro Clark University - Worcester
"Yes"
A student Trinity University
"I learned a lot about justice and law and gained many connections. I also grew to love the city of Washington DC. "
A student Middlebury College
"Independence is important in a new city. Also learn how to navigate"
A student Trinity University
"It was definitely worthwhile because of all the experience I gained through my internship and seminar class. It set me up for at least thinking about what I want to do with my future. "
Melissa B Stonehill College
"Yes. Visiting actual places and talking to professionals help absorb information we learned"
Hye-Won K Trinity University
