School: American University
Program Name: Washington Community of Scholars
Program Address:
Washington Community of Scholars
American University
Constitution 100 - 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016-8083
Director: Dr. Peter Howard
Phone Number: 202-885-2442
Program Email: [email protected]
Program Website: www.american.edu/precollege
Age range: Rising Juniors and Seniors
Approximate cost per week:
$700 commuter, $1260 Residential
How many sessions do you have? 1
July 13 to July 31
Gender: co-ed
Do you offer credit for some of your courses?
Yes, students earn three college credits.
Program Description
American University’s Washington Community of Scholars offers rising junior and senior high school students the opportunity to take rigorous three-credit college classes taught by highly regarded members of the AU faculty. These classes, ranging from international relations and U.S. foreign policy, to criminal justice and journalism, are complemented with guest speakers, site visits to such places as the State Department, and afternoon workshops designed to build college and career skills. Small, seminar-style classes enable professors to challenge and encourage the potential of each student.
Justin: Any cool field trips planned this year?
Page - Depending on the program, students will take full advantage of Washington, D.C. resources. Potential field trips planned include the State Department, the FBI, Capitol Hill, Department of Justice.
