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On-Campus Courses
Choose from more than 650 courses in 70 different areas of study. Courses are offered during the day and in the evening to accommodate your busy summer schedule. Enjoy increased student-faculty interaction to focus exclusively on a challenging subject in an ideal learning environment.
Find the perfect on-campus course for youOnline Courses
Over 100 undergraduate and graduate courses are available in fully online and hybrid formats. These courses provide additional flexibility and accessibility for both specialized and high-demand courses, particularly for working professionals and full-time GW students with internships or other activities that provide time constraints.
Find the perfect online course for youVisiting International & High School Students
Special Programs
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Courses
Full-time international students who are required to take EAP in their first year have the option to take these courses in the summer to get ahead. These courses help students develop academic writing, research and communication skills.
Get ahead this summerShort-Term Abroad
Ranging from 1-6 weeks, these courses combine classroom study with real-world experiences in international environments focused on your field of study.
Spend your summer abroadSummer Institutes
These programs feature intensive academic investigation through a course or set of thematically-related courses. Programs vary in length and some combine credits for a discounted tuition rate.
Sign up for a GW Summer Institute