How do I figure out if the Dickinson Semester in Washington is right for me?
- Attend a TWC information session, usually held early each semester.
- Attend a Global Ed Study Abroad Fair, usually at the beginning and middle of each semester.
- Review the program on the Dickinson Semester-in-Washington web site .
- Review the web site for The Washington Center.
- Touch base with a Dickinson student who has already completed the Dickinson Semester-in-Washington program.
How do I start the application process?
- Pick up and look through a TWC information/application packet (available from Global Ed in the Stern Center).
- Discuss the application process with Kristine Barrick in Global Ed. 245-1341. barrickr@dickinson.edu
- Meet with your major adviser to discuss your plans.
- Touch base with the Dickinson faculty member who is serving at the TWC liaison if you or your adviser have any questions.
How does financial aid work with TWC?
- In general, financial aid awards follow you to Washington, so whatever you pay to attend a semester at Dickinson, you will pay the same amount to participate in the Dickinson Semester-in-Washington program. The only difference is board: Since you are on you own for food (you will be living in fully furnished apartments), you will not be charged for board while on the program
- If you have any questions about your financial aid situation, especially re: the summer program, contact Dickinson's Office of Financial Aid. (717) 245-1308. finaid@dickinson.edu
What are the fees for attending TWC in the summer?
- The fee for attending the TWC summer session through Dickinson is in the range of $14,000. This fee includes housing in DC and tuition for the 3 Dickinson credits that will be earned for the 10-week term.
- Just as with the regular TWC semester programs, you are on your own for food (all the apartments do come with fully furnished kitchens).
Do I have to live in TWC housing?
- Living in TWC housing is required and part of the Dickinson Semester-in-Washington experience.
- Exceptions to the rule are occasionally granted, on a case by-case basis, given extenuating circumstances.
What are the application deadlines?
- Dickinson study-abroad deadlines (below) usually occur before TWC deadlines. Some TWC deadlines occur before Dickinson deadlines (e.g., deadlines for internship sites and programs that require security clearances to be completed; see the TWC site for more information). In all cases, use the deadlines that come first.
- Dickinson deadlines for off-campus study are as follows:
Spring: September 15 Summer: February 1 Fall: February 15