GW Pre-College Summer Immersion is a two-week, full-day, non-credit program at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., with residential and commuter options. Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors take courses that combine lecture-based instruction with experiential and applied activities, exploring DC's unique academic, political, and cultural resources.
The published 2026 program listed three separate sessions, giving students flexibility on timing. The program cost includes all fees, supplies, room, and board (residential) or program fees and supplies (commuter).
Course tracks offered (vary by session):
- STEM & Health
- Business, Data and Innovation
- Law, Politics & Social Justice
- Leadership & Civic Engagement
- Humanities, Languages & Culture
What students do:
- Take immersive non-credit courses taught by GWU faculty and scholar-practitioners
- Participate in site visits, guest lectures, and exploration of DC organizations
- Live on campus with peers from around the world (residential option)
- Join recreational programming: Smithsonian tours, National Mall events, and more
Most recently confirmed costs (Summer 2026, all-inclusive):
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Residential (room, board, program, supplies) | $4,950 |
| Commuter (program fees + supplies) | $4,350 |
GW has not yet announced Summer 2027 pricing; confirm current costs at summer.gwu.edu/pre-college-tuition-fees before applying.
Financial aid: The checked Summer Immersion pages do not confirm general aid or full funding for a future cycle. Older scholarship documents and funding for separate programs do not establish an award for this offering.
Note: GWU's Cisneros Institute also offers Caminos al Futuro, a separate fully-funded 3-week residential program for Hispanic/Latino rising seniors at U.S. high schools. That program has its own application and timeline.
Most recently confirmed session deadlines (Summer 2026):
| Session | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session I | May 1 | May 31 | Not announced |
| Session II | May 1 | June 14 | Not announced |
| Session III | May 1 | June 28 | July 19 – July 31 |
The checked 2026 page gives exact attendance dates only for Session III. No 2027 dates, application window or prices are announced. The 2026 admissions page explicitly describes rolling review as space remained, with May 1 as a recommended priority date and separate final cutoffs. These are historical dates.
Checked November 4, 2026 against the 2026 program page, application instructions, 2026 fees and international eligibility guidance. The latter confirms international Summer Immersion eligibility but does not promise F-1 sponsorship for this non-credit program.