History, politics, and the inner workings of navigating and connecting with others in the nation's capitol -- just a few of the lessons learned by our Honors Students during their Washington D.C. study tours. Five students share their experiences.
Study Away/Domestic Opportunities
Washington, D.C. December 2023 Honors Study Tour Application

Options for the Itinerary Include:
- White House and U.S. Capitol Tour
- National Monuments and Memorials Tour
- National Portrait Gallery
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Ford's Theatre
- Kennedy Center
- Chinatown
- Christmas Market
- Smithsonian Museums
- Bible Museum
- and more!
"The opportunity we had to take a special tour of the Capitol Building is one that not everyone gets to experience. I learned so much from this special tour."
-- Alex Templin
"I actually got to be in the room where it happens..."
-- Gregory Heathcock
"The National Holocaust Museum was my favorite part of the whole trip. Every American should visit this museum. It is impactful, respectful, and hopeful all at the same time."
-- Jessika Holmes
Photos from the 2018 Washington D.C. Study Tour Photos from the 2017 Washington D.C. Study Tour