The Flagship Program
Eight weeks in Washington.
A lifetime of consequence.
Each summer we select twelve of the best and brightest college students for the Washington Program. They arrive in June for eight demanding and rewarding weeks, including paid internships, meetings with public and private sector leaders, and activities throughout Washington D.C.
Internships
High-level internships
Scholars intern in their field of interest - whether on Capitol Hill, at a financial firm, legal office, nonprofit, or professional sports team.
Academics
Academic seminars
Scholars participate in ethics, economics, and constitutional principles seminars during their two summers as Institute Scholars. Seminars are led by leading scholars in their field.
Activities
Private events with their cohort
Every summer scholars meet privately with leaders throughout Washington D.C. and have a chance to hear from and ask questions to CEOs, members of Congress, cabinet officials, doctors, lawyers, business leaders. Scholars may also enjoy private museum tours, golf lessons, and more during their summer.
The Summer
What a Washington Scholar receives.
- ✦Housing in a university residence hall
- ✦Leadership and professional development workshops
- ✦Paid internship in their field of interest
- ✦Meetings with public and private sector leaders
- ✦Seminars with leading scholars
Cost to the scholar
Zero.
The program is fully funded by donors who believe in the preparation of extraordinary young men. See how to sponsor a scholar.
300+
Scholars since 2003
6
Rhodes Scholars
9
Truman Scholars
2
Fulbright Scholars
15
Harvard Law graduates
21
PhD recipients
5
Medical doctors
20+
Years of impact
Applications Open
Deadline: January 15, 2027.
We select twelve scholars each year. The application is competitive, and deeply personal — we are selecting not just for talent, but for character.