2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Georgetown International Relations Academy

Washington, District of Columbia

Georgetown International Relations Academy

Explore global issues in Washington and practice international decision-making through a crisis simulation.

Georgetown’s International Relations Academy combines lectures, small-group discussions, off-site learning and simulation. Students investigate international systems, foreign policy, international law and global public issues with peers interested in world affairs.

University international relations program
International relationsDiplomacyCrisis simulationUniversity campus

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Georgetown University campus skyline
Georgetown University campus skyline

Program organizer & learning outcomes

Organizer

Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, Summer Programs for High School Students

University / venue relationship

Georgetown University’s own summer Academy program

Credit / certificate

Georgetown University Certificate of Participation after successful completion

Courses & activities

International systems and diplomacy

Discuss how the international system works and how states use foreign-policy tools.

International law and ethics

Compare legal, ethical and philosophical approaches to international questions.

Security and global issues

Explore subjects including nuclear weapons, terrorism, the environment, global health and development.

International crisis simulation

Practice analysis and communication through a crisis simulation and small-group interaction.

Camp features & life

Scholars and practitioners

Hear from international-relations specialists and practitioners, with discussion and experiential learning.

Intensive learning rhythm

Weekday academic programming may extend into the evening, including lectures, activities and a capstone.

Residential or commuter

Choose residential or commuter participation; resident counselors support students in the residence halls.

Who might enjoy this camp?

  • Students ready to discuss current affairs and differing views in English
  • Students curious about diplomacy, international law, development or global health
  • Students able to manage personal routines within an intensive schedule

The Academy does not require TOEFL, but strong English comprehension, discussion and writing skills are needed. It is noncredit; admission alone does not reserve a place, which requires registration and payment.

2027 dates & tuition

2027 dates & tuition

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Contact an advisor for 2027 tuition, refund rules and registration deadlines.

Travel & participation

International students may apply; noncredit Academies do not provide visa assistance or F-1 support, so entry requirements must be confirmed independently.

Application requires a 300–500-word personal statement and a school-official review, with academic eligibility checked.

Arrange required health insurance, complete pre-arrival forms and follow campus-leave and curfew rules.

Commuter families arrange accommodation and daily travel; residential students need to manage laundry, sleep and other personal routines.

Campus, venue & activity photos

Summer students walking toward Healy Hall
Interior of Leo’s dining hall at Georgetown
A classroom audience at Georgetown University
A student speaking in a Georgetown University lecture hall

Enquiries & Applications

Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.

Enquiries & Applications