Apply to International Summer
Our International Summer program welcomes students from our partner universities. This program is not currently open to individual students who are not affiliated with our International Summer partners.
Apply to Pre-College
If you are an international high school student, please see Apply to Pre-College for application instructions.
Application Deadlines
Be sure to submit your application and all materials before the following deadlines:
| General Study Session I | March 29 |
| General Study Session II | May 1 |
English Language Requirements
Students who have English as a second language must demonstrate proof of English language proficiency by meeting the minimum required scores for one of the following tests:
- Internet-based TOEFL: 80
- Paper-based TOEFL: 550
- IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 and no individual band score below 5.0
Students attending schools where the primary language of instruction is English are not required to submit TOEFL. We ask that students submit an unofficial copy of test scores with their application.
Online Application Process
1. Go to the application homepage. You will first be prompted to create a username, confirm your email address, then create a password. Once these steps are completed, you will be able to log in and start a new application. On the first page of the application, choose the following in order to apply for International Summer (each field must be selected before the following field options will populate):
- What type of program are you applying to? Non-Degree
- School: Summer & Non-Degree Programs
- Field of Study: International Summer
- Degree: Non-Degree
- Concentration: Not Applicable
- Term: Summer 2024
2. Submit a complete online application, which includes:
- Personal information and course selection
- $100 non-refundable application fee
- Passport information and any previous visa documentation, if applicable
- Visa Application and Financial Certificate (PDF) and supporting documentation
- Applicants for whom English is a second language: unofficial copy of TOEFL or IELTS test scores
3. After GW receives all components, your application will be reviewed on a rolling, space-available basis.
4. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email informing you of the decision.