Georgetown Summer Academies are intensive 1, 2, or 3-week pre-college programs held on Georgetown University's campus in Washington, D.C. Students in grades 8–12 immerse themselves in a single subject area through interactive lectures, simulations, collaborative exercises, and field trips to D.C. institutions — led by Georgetown faculty and industry experts.
Academy topics include:
- International Relations & Foreign Policy
- Business, Entrepreneurship & Marketing
- Medicine, Nursing & Biotechnology
- Law & Forensic Investigation
- Politics, Democracy & National Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Creative Writing & Bridges to Social Justice
- Sports Industry Management
Program lengths and fees:
| Duration | Commuter | Residential |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week | $3,095–$3,490 | $3,725–$4,120 |
| 2 weeks | $5,075–$5,530 | $6,465–$6,800 |
| 3 weeks | $7,085–$7,610 | $9,085–$9,540 |
Medical-track academies carry a slight premium. A health insurance fee is required for international students only ($45–$135 depending on duration).
Financial aid: A limited number of need-based tuition scholarships are available for admitted students. Scholarship deadline: March 2; decisions announced by late March. Awards cover tuition only and are competitive.
Applications: Reviewed on a rolling basis; the $50 application fee is waived for applications submitted by the January 31 early bird deadline. The final deadline is May 15, after which applications are reviewed case-by-case.