Global Experiences
At SFS, students learn in the field and around the world.
Over 80% of our undergraduate students spend time abroad through international courses, study-abroad programs, internships, conferences and research trips.
At the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service (SFS), we have created unique opportunities for students to test their knowledge in real world experiences in every region of the world. The Global Experience program places students in the field to learn from the people impacted by global challenges.
Undergraduate global experiences
Explore a variety of dynamic short-term and long-term global experiences, including our signature, field-based, Centennial Labs and semesters abroad, academic exchange opportunities and available funding options, that will enhance your undergraduate degree at SFS and shape your future.
Global Experience programs in Italy, Ghana and Jordan broadened my perspective and grounded the lessons of the classroom in empathy and humanity. I recommend that every SFS student participate in international programs—you will encounter truths, human experiences and beautiful relationships.
Logan Richman (SFS ‘25)
Graduate global experiences
As a School of Foreign Service graduate student, you will apply your knowledge in research projects, internships, and and consulting with real clients in experiences around the world.
Student stories
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SFS Students Go Global Over Spring Break
SFS students spent spring break engaging thoughtfully with host communities and gaining insight into diverse worldviews.
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Keith Richards (SFS’24) thrives in international political economy during his time on the Hilltop
At SFS, Keith Richards (SFS’24) majored in international political economy (IPEC) with a certificate in African studies and a minor in international development. Aspiring to a career as an economist…
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Joe Locher (MAGES’24) makes his high school goal a reality
For Joe Locher (MAGES’24), graduating with the Master of Arts in German and European Studies (MAGES) through the BMW Center for German and European Studies (CGES) marks the fulfillment of…
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Sam Li (SFS’24) travels the globe in his time at Georgetown
In his four years at Georgetown, Sam Li (SFS’24) made the most of two schools: both the McDonough School of Business (MSB) and the School of Foreign Service (SFS).