Reimagine service.
Ranked #1 in international relations programs, Foreign Policy magazine, 2024
For more than a century, Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service (SFS) has prepared leaders who shape the global order.
Now, SFS is reimagining the skills and ideas that our students will need to meet the challenges of the next century.
An unparalleled network of SFS alumni in over 120 countries impacting global affairs
Master’s and undergraduate programs for international relations
By the people making foreign policy decisions around the world.
What better place to study international affairs than one of the most influential cities in the world? Take classes from leading scholars and practitioners, hear from global leaders on campus, find your dream internship, join meaningful student groups and attend world-influencing events. Learn to lead on a global scale at the intersection of policy and politics: Washington, DC.
Living in DC
“One of my most memorable experiences was staffing a bilateral trade meeting between the U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade and Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce. Being part of such a high-level exchange was both thrilling and insightful. It gave me a front-row seat to international diplomacy and economic policy discussions.”
Alumni making a difference
Alumni from the School of Foreign Service make a positive impact in the world, taking on leadership roles throughout international affairs. You’ll find them in law, business, diplomacy, media, global humanitarian organizations, and as university faculty and researchers.
Bill Clinton (SFS’68)
42nd U.S. President
Katrina O’Connell (SFS’90)
Chief Financial Officer at The Gap Inc.
Rebecca Kuang (SFS’18)
New York Times bestselling author
Student life
When you study international affairs in one of the world’s most influential cities, you open doors to incredible opportunities. You can choose from numerous student groups to dive deeper into your interests, attend varied events on campus, connect with motivated peers and enjoy exploring a global city. With all of this and more, you can make your experience at the School of Foreign Service what you want it to be.
Your future career
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Upcoming events
Jan 14
From Democracy to Dictatorship: Vladimir Kara-Murza on Russia under Putin
Jan 14
Talking Back to Thomas Jefferson: African Americans discuss the Founding Father, 1776-1877 – Worlds of Revolution with Dr. Mia Bay
Jan 15
Emir Abd El-Kader: Legacy and Impact on Global Affairs
Latest SFS news
Stay informed with the latest updates from the School of Foreign Service. Discover new research, campus initiatives and faculty achievements shaping our global impact.
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The Trump Administration and Venezuela: Michael Shifter analyzes maritime strikes and possible regime change
This article was updated with additional questions and responses on January 8, 2026, following the January 3, 2026, U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife from their…
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How SFS helped Gemma King (MASIA’26) dive deep into Asia and the Indo-Pacific
Gemma King (MASIA’26) chose the MASIA program for rigorous, experiential learning, thriving through Indo-Pacific policy internships and Jakarta study.
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The future of development work: One transition, many perspectives
Migara Jayawardena lays out the need for development professionals to understand many perspectives in the move to renewable energy sources in developing countries.
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SFS faculty publish six new books in 2025
SFS faculty published a variety of books in 2025 that spanned academic disciplines and unique global issues from global power dynamics to public health.
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Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) dives into education outreach about the Arab world | CCAS 50th Anniversary
Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) bridges university expertise with K–12 educators across MENA-focused studies.
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