If I’m accepted into the program, will housing be provided?

Once you are accepted into the program, you are guaranteed a spot in one of our housing facilities, provided that you complete the housing contract and submit the housing deposit on time. Find information on our housing facilities and their amenities. Please direct any housing-related questions to housing@twc.edu.

How much does this program cost? Is there financial aid available?

What types of internships are available? How does the process of finding an internship work?

The Washington Center is able to find internship placements for students across almost all fields, regardless of major and professional interest areas. View some sample internship placements.

How many credits will I receive for this program?

The amount of academic credit that you receive for the program will depend on your home institution. If your college or university is affiliated with The Washington Center, you should consult your liaison. If you do not have a liaison, contact us at info@twc.edu.

Will credit for this program count toward my major/minor or other on-campus requirements?

Scholarship Coverage

Students accepted into the Prudential Foundation Global Citizens Program, through a rigorous selection process, will receive a scholarship which covers most expenses including: application fee, program and housing fees, J-1 Visa SEVIS fee, health insurance, and an airfare allowance (Total scholarship value above $13,000 USD).

To Apply

Each semester there are many different internship sites that are available to qualified students. Some of the organizations where Prudential fellows have interned include:

Each semester there are many different internship sites available to choose from. Some of the organizations where Governors Internship Program participants have worked include:

Estudiar en Washington A typical week blends a four-day-per-week internship with program-specific rigorous academics. Coursework forms the core of TWC’s learning initiatives; Governors Internship participants attend two evening courses each week. One course focuses on a project to aid the development and well-being of their home state; the other is tailored to increasing their knowledge in a specific area of interest.

Global Affairs and Development Internships

Future leaders of international community development are being forged at The Washington Center through the Ford Motor Company Global Scholars Program. Combining an international awareness with practical resources, skills, mentorships and training, this program explores ways in which the participants can contribute to the welfare of their communities.

Global Citizenship, an Important 21st Century Skill