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National Programs

Washington DC Semester Program

The Washington Semester Program is offered through American University.It offers qualified students the opportunity of exciting coursework and the chance to gain practical experience as interns in Washington offices related to international affairs, law, government, economics, or sociology. In addition to the 4-credit internship, students participate in innovative seminars tailored to their special interests. The seminars are academically rigorous, with required readings, thoughtful discussions, papers and examinations. Students live in apartments in the city of Washington and on the AU campus.

Oakland CA Semester Program

Manhattanville offers several opportunities for off-campus study within the United States. One of these is an exchange program with Mills College in Oakland, California, adjacent to San Francisco. Qualified female juniors may spend either one semester or one year at this institution.