Georgetown offers a wide range of Hoya Summer High School Sessions that will introduce you to the dynamic world of politics and foreign policy. You'll have opportunities to hear from key elected officials, lobbyists, and policymakers while exploring today’s global challenges.

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American Politics Academy

In the American Politics Academy, you’ll learn about the important role political parties, public opinion, and special interest groups play in shaping political behavior and decisions. In addition, you will explore how America’s changing culture impacts political movements and ultimately, federal, state, and local policies.


Democracy, Peace, & Conflict Academy

The Democracy, Peace & Conflict Academy explores how democracies manage conflict through elections, civil society, and political institutions. Participants learn practical tools to counter polarization, like dialogue and nonviolent communication, and engage with activists and policymakers on preventing violence in democratic societies.


International Relations Academy

During the one-week International Relations Academy, you'll engage with world-renowned faculty and explore current global issues and challenges.


National Security & Intelligence Academy

You'll gain a deeper understanding of how policies enhance the security of Americans in the post-9/11 world, study how the United States prevents foreign adversaries from gaining access to national security information, and examine how intelligence information is collected, analyzed, and disseminated.


Washington & the World Academy

The Washington & the World Academy will take you on an engaging journey where you’ll explore the role of the U.S. in the world and develop a broader perspective of how changing geopolitical dynamics may affect American leadership on a global level.

Foreign Policy Academy

During the three-week Foreign Policy Academy, you'll hear from policymakers and foreign policy officials who will discuss the many components that guide and create U.S. foreign policy.