Academies

Request Information
Female student smiling with plastic structure of DNA in her hands.

High school students from across the United States and around the world can experience life on Georgetown University’s historic Hilltop campus in Washington, D.C. Our Hoya Summer High School Sessions combine challenging academics, hands-on experiences, and unforgettable campus life, all designed to help you get ahead before college.

Choose Your Academy

At Georgetown, you’ll find a summer program that fits your goals and interests:

1-, 2-, and 3-Week Summer Academies

Dive deep into subjects like international relations, business, forensic science, medicine, and more. Our academies feature interactive lectures, simulations, and projects led by Georgetown faculty and industry experts.

Browse All Academies

Academy Finder

Why Georgetown Summer High School Academies?

  • World-Class Faculty: Learn from professors and practitioners who are leaders in their fields.
  • Location in Washington, D.C.: Explore museums, landmarks, and institutions in the nation’s capital.
  • Global Network: Meet classmates from around the world and build friendships that last a lifetime.
  • College-Level Experience: Earn credit, develop independence, and discover what it means to be a Hoya.
  • Access to The Edge: Academy students will also gain access to Ascend Now's innovative soft skills learning platform called The Edge.

Campus Life Beyond the Classroom

Your summer at Georgetown isn’t just about academics. Experience life in the nation’s capital with evening activities like movies on the lawn, concerts, and cookouts. By day, attend lectures and field trips; by night, enjoy a vibrant campus community. Earn credit, develop independence, and discover what it means to be a Hoya.

Grading

Students in the Non-Credit Academies receive a final grade that will be included on a non-credit transcript. You can receive one of three grades:

  • Pass: Student successfully completed all course and attendance requirements as determined by the Georgetown University faculty of record.
  • Fail: Student was registered for a course, but failed to attend, submit required coursework, and/or meet stated learning objectives.
  • Withdrawn (W): Student formally withdrew from a course after the start of that course.