Georgetown University Summer Pre-College Program - Creative Writing Academy
Overview
A one-week residential and commuter creative writing program held on Georgetown's Washington, D.C. campus. Students study poetry, fiction, personal prose, and literary history through workshops, guest speakers, peer critiques, and field trips to cultural institutions.
At a glance
Deadline
Jan 3181 days
Sessions
Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Washington, DC
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $3,095
Entering grades
8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Nearly full at time of page (Residential 95%, Commuter 86%)
Application requirements
Personal Statement
300- to 500-word statement describing why you want to attend
School Official Reviewer Form
From current high school counselor, advisor, teacher, or principal verifying GPA and academic readiness
Minimum GPA
2.0
Homeschooled Students
School Official Reviewer Form cannot be from family member or paid tutor
International Students
TOEFL not required; no I-20, F1, or J1 visa required; mandatory health insurance required; English proficiency recommended
Cost & sessions
Commuter option $3,095 (tuition); Residential option $3,725 (tuition & meals). Application fee applies; waived if submitted by Early Bird deadline (January 31). Costs based on 2026 session (July 12–18).
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