Every student deserves a world of possibilities; that's why DCPS developed a study abroad program. DCPS Study Abroad helps ensure that our global citizens have access to global experiences, so that travel becomes the expectation rather than the exception for students. DCPS' 8th grade, 11th grade, Certificate 3, and Opportunity Academies students who are studying a World Language are eligible for short-term study abroad programs targeting language immersion, cultural immersion, and service learning.
8th grade, 11th grade, Certificate 3, and Opportunity Academy students can apply for the program using their DCPS credentials here.
Want more information? Join an info session/alumni panel to learn more about the program and application process:
Thursday, October 16th- Info Session
Brookland Middle School (1150 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017)
4:30pm-5:30pm
Wednesday, October 22nd- Info Session
Virtual Session (Join here!)
4:30-5:30pm
Tuesday, October 28th- Info Session and Alumni Panel
Hart Middle School (601 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032)
4:00-5:00pm Info Session
5:00-6:00pm Alumni Panel
Tuesday, November 4th Info Session and Alumni Panel
Virtual Session (Join here!)
4:00-5:00pm Info Session
5:00-6:00pm Alumni Panel
COST
All DCPS Study Abroad trips are fully-funded, including airfare, meals, lodging, and activities on tour. Aid for students with significant financial need who require support to obtain necessary travel supplies is available upon request.
TRIP REQUIREMENTS
All travelers must obtain necessary vaccines prior to trip departure, including the COVID-19 vaccine. Every student traveler is required to participate in pre-departure trainings with their trip leaders, abide by their trip's itinerary, and develop a post-travel "Making Global Local" project about their time abroad. Each student's Making Global Local project will be shared and celebrated with their school and community.
IS STUDY ABROAD RIGHT FOR ME?
We encourage all eligible students to consider applying for DCPS Study Abroad! DCPS Study Abroad trips take place in the summer, and they are between 5-12 days long. Our trips focus on language immersion, cultural immersion, community based learning, and STEM. Students who are selected for DCPS Study Abroad are assigned a trip based on their World Language course history and interests. DCPS Study Abroad exists to make travel more equitably available to students. Our selection process considers students' World Language course history, students' prior travel experience, the strength of a student's application, and schools' federal Title I percentages (i.e. Free-and-Reduced-Price Meals).
