Wittenberg University , together with 12 other Lutheran colleges, have joined together to create a quality program exclusively for our students that wish to spend a semester in Washington , DC . The program gives students a full load of credits that transfer directly back to Wittenberg . Half of the credits are earned through an internship experience; the other half are earned through classes and field trips organized by the college. Students live in penthouse apartments located along the Potomac River in Arlington , VA.

Washington Semester is open to all students regardless of major. Internships can be found that are relevant to any major and typically will count as credit towards the completion of the major (although this varies by department). Recently, students have interned with the White House and on Capitol Hill, with major news organizations (Fox, CNN, etc.), political parties, interest groups, and the FBI. Students are encouraged to find an internship that closely fits their interests.

Students are invited to apply during the spring semester prior to the year they wish to participate. The process is competitive, although this should not deter anyone from applying. See details below for specifics.

Summer Program : Housing arrangements can be made for students wanting to do an internship over the summer. Finding an internship is the responsibility of the student, but the apartments owned by the college are the most cost-effective way to live during the summer in DC.

Additional information can be found at the Lutheran College Washington Semester website.

Click here for Application Forms

Fall/Spring Semester

•   Fill out application form
•   Return to Dr. Hasecke
•   Wittenberg deadline is March 1

Summer Program

•   Fill out application form
•   Return to Dr. Hasecke
•   Wittenberg deadline is April 23

2012 Fall Internships

James Lesinski '14:  Republican National Committee

Erica Pence '13:  Woodrow Wilson House

Kathryn Torrey '13:  Human Rights Campaign

2013 Spring Internships

Martin Brahier '13:  Not confirmed

Tiana Cherry '14:  National Hispanic Medical Association

Kailey Coutler '14:  Congressman Steve Stivers

Mallory Roth '14:  Running Start

Daniel Tuke '14:  Center for American Progress

Ann Ultsch '14:  Congressman Tim Murphy