Study away in historic Washington, D.C., a vibrant center of government, policy and global leadership at the heart of the nation.
Living in the nation’s capital is more than just a place to call home. It’s an immersive experience. You’ll explore world-class museums and cultural landmarks, navigate the city with ease and connect with a vibrant, diverse community. With unmatched opportunities in law, government and policy, plus an exciting international food scene and convenient public transit, Washington, D.C. offers the perfect balance of professional growth and everyday adventure.
Academic Programs
Syracuse University offers semester-long programs and short-term study opportunities.
Students enrolled in Syracuse University’s Washington, D.C., programs typically reside in University-arranged housing located in D.C. These fully furnished apartments, managed through contracted housing providers such as TurnKey Housing, offer shared living spaces that foster community among participants. Students who live locally in the D.C. metropolitan area may also commute or secure their own housing.
Live, study and intern in Washington, D.C., for a full term. Dive deep into your field, gain in-depth experience and build lasting connections across the city and industry.
Syracuse University’s Maxwell School offers immersive programs in Washington, D.C., where students gain real-world experience through active learning, research and networking with policy professionals. Undergraduate, graduate and executive options provide academic credit and connections for impact in D.C. and beyond.
The Newhouse School offers two D.C. programs: Newhouse D.C., a one-semester undergraduate internship with coursework, and the Washington Capstone, a six-week program for broadcast and digital journalism graduate students reporting on Capitol Hill and the federal government.
Have an unforgettable experience learning what it’s like to live and work in D.C.
D.C. Immersion Week
D.C. Immersion Week offers 20 Syracuse students from any major experience in D.C., including access to alumni leaders, site visits to corporate, government and nonprofit organizations and professional networking. Many participants secure internships, return for semester programs or launch careers in D.C.
Public Diplomacy and Global Communications Dual Degree
Offered by the Newhouse and Maxwell schools, the public diplomacy dual degree program prepares students to navigate communication, international relations and global influence. It covers public diplomacy broadly, including governmental and non governmental efforts that shape public opinion and policy and equips graduates for careers in government, NGOs, advocacy and media.
Newhouse D.C. Maymester
The Newhouse D.C. Maymester is a three-credit immersion experience exploring how public opinion is formed and used—from polling questions to media coverage and campaigns. Students engage with polling experts, journalists, and policy communicators while visiting institutions that shape national discourse.
School of Education Atrocity Studies and Human Rights D.C. Immersion Week
The Atrocity Studies minor provides an interdisciplinary understanding of the Holocaust, the foundation of international law treaties that define genocide, crimes against humanity, issues of social justice and human rights violations and efforts to confront the past and transform the future.
National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Program
Syracuse University is recognized by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education and Research, reflecting its leadership in cybersecurity education and innovation. The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program offers an interdisciplinary approach that prepares students for careers in protecting information systems and national security. Students also benefit from access to Department of Defense scholarships and research opportunities in cybersecurity.
Syracuse University’s institutes are specialized national and global hubs that use the University’s combined knowledge to address major societal challenges.
The Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship in Washington, D.C., is a nonpartisan institute that promotes trust in news, governance and society through research, teaching and dialogue. A Newhouse-Maxwell initiative, it connects leaders with future professionals and leverages Syracuse’s network, exploring societal challenges across politics, media and business.
Hear from students who have gotten real-world training in global and national affairs in Washington, D.C.
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