
We’re Hiring – Recruitment, Admissions + Programs Associate
ABOUT THE ROLE The Collegiate Programs + Alumni Engagement Department at TFAS is hiring a Recruitment, Admissions + Programs Associate. This position will focus on various recruitment and admissions projects…
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6 Tips for Ensuring a Smooth Admissions Experience
Before You Apply Research the programs – TFAS offers Washington, DC-based programs each Fall, Spring and Summer. Each program includes a guaranteed internship placement, academic credit, housing (if applicable) and…

How to Submit Your Official Transcript to TFAS
No matter which TFAS Program you apply to, you will have to submit your official transcript to TFAS as part of the application. This post will provide information about submitting…

Application Advice from TFAS Staff
We asked our Collegiate Programs and Admissions Teams for their best application advice. Keep these tips in mind as you work on your TFAS application! Timely Transcripts Request…

TFAS Alumni Share Career Advice with Capital Semester Students
Over the past five decades, TFAS has grown an Alumni Network of more than 18,000 global leaders in policy, economics , journalism and other fields. This vast network provides current students with…

3 Reasons to do a TFAS Academic Internship Program This Summer
Dreaming of travel this summer but also want to make it count toward your degree? Looking for a way to expand your mind? Need professional experience through an internship program…

Full-Scholarship for Three Hungarian Citizens
The three full-scholarships to participate in our academic internship program are available through the generous support of The Hungry Foundation. It includes housing, tuition, and a living-stipend. History Hungry Initiatives…

A Look at The Leadership Scholars Fall Retreat in Atlanta, GA
RETREAT RECAP In November of 2019, The Leadership Scholars Class of 2019 gathered in Atlanta, GA for the weekend to hear from professors, local leaders and network with TFAS alumni.

TFAS Students Attend Exclusive Briefing at the U.S. Department of State
As the sun began to set over the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial on a Friday evening, TFAS students embarked on a memorable and educationally enriching visit to our…

Full Scholarships for Citizens of the Netherlands + Dutch Caribbean Islands
The full scholarships to participate in The Fund for American Studies D.C. Academic Internship Program are available through the generous support of The Netherland-America Foundation. Scholarship funding includes housing and tuition.

Leadership Scholars Program
The goal of this scholarship program is to ensure that we identify the best and brightest students from around the country. The selected participants will have access to enhanced programming…

Six Questions with Alejandra Rodriguez
What did you like most about your internship? Interning at the United States Environmental Protection Agency was amazing for so many reasons. The best part was working with a cabinet…

Alumni Roundtable Helps Students Grow Their Networks
Capital Semester on Leadership + the American Presidency students have had many opportunities this fall to develop leadership skills and gain professional experience through internships, guest lectures, educational field trips…

Headed to the Old Dominion
TFAS staff members are headed to two, that’s right, two Career Fairs in Virginia tomorrow. Stop by our tables to learn more about our academic internship programs in Washington,…