OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRAMS

  Academic Common Market
  Admission and Registration of Persons 62 Years of Age or Older
  Advanced Placement Program
  Advanced Placement Summer Institutes for Teachers
  ARCHE Cross Registration Program
  Extended Campuses
  Governor's Intern Program
  Honors Program
  Independent and Distance Learning
  National Student Exchange
  Oak Ridge Associated Universities
  Study Abroad Programs
  Washington Semester Program

Academic Common Market

The University of Georgia participates in the Academic Common Market, an agreement for sharing specialized academic programs among states of the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB). Participating states make arrangements for their residents who are fully admissible into specific University academic programs to enroll on an in-state tuition basis. Applicants must: (1) be accepted as a major (not an intended major) into one of the programs offered at the University, and (2) obtain certification of residency from the Common Market Coordinator in their home state. To search for programs available to residents of your state, click here .

For further information about the Academic Common Market at UGA, contact the UGA Academic Common Market Coordinator at (706) 542-8796, email jep@uga.edu.

More general information about the Academic Common Market can be found at the website of the SREB at www.sreb.org.

As of May 24, 2004

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Admission and Registration of Persons 62 Years of Age or Older

Pursuant to the provisions of an amendment to the Georgia Constitution, the Board of Regents established the following rules with respect to enrollment of persons of age 62 or older in units of the University System. To be eligible for enrollment under the provisions of this amendment such persons:
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Advanced Placement Program

The purpose of the Advanced Placement Council is to coordinate and supervise all advanced placement activities instituted by the University of Georgia and to provide liaison among the various University units in matters concerning advanced placement exemption and credit in basic courses. The Council is made up of faculty representatives from the departments that accept advanced placement tests for their subjects. The Council meets each year to review the tests and the success of students who use them for placement into higher level courses.

The University grants exemption and credit on the basis of the College Board SAT II Achievement, International Baccalaureate, and Advanced Placement Test scores in foreign languages, mathematics, biology, physics, chemistry, economics, English, American history, European history, art, music, political science, and computer science, ecology, psychology, and statistics. The scores and resultant exemption or credit are available from the Registrar's Office web site at http://www.reg.uga.edu/creditFromTesting. Prospective students are urged to take advantage of these opportunities.

 Placement tests are also given to new students during summer orientation sessions prior to fall enrollment. Students invited to these sessions are encouraged to attend, as limited time during fall registration does not permit the same intensive testing and counseling procedure. Students making an acceptable score on these placement tests are given, on the recommendation of the respective department, advanced placement and credit in the appropriate course(s). Students who take more than one advanced placement test in a given subject will receive credit for the highest score that they earn.

 Students planning to enroll at the University of Georgia who took the College Board SAT II Achievement Tests and/or participated in the special Advanced Placement Program of the College Board should request that the College Board testing center submit their scores to the Office of the Registrar, University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia 30602-6113. Inquiries concerning the Advanced Placement Program should be directed to the Office of the Registrar, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-6113, (706) 542-4040.

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Advanced Placement Summer Institutes for Teachers

This program is offered by the Office of Academic Special Programs and the College Board for high school teachers who are teaching or are planning to teach high school Advanced Placement (AP) courses.  The vertical teams and building success courses are for middle school and high school teachers from the same school systems working and learning as teams. Three Georgia Staff Development Units are awarded at the completion of the Institute. All of the AP courses will be offered as part of an annual one-week AP Summer Institute.

These intensive learning experiences are intended primarily to assist high school and middle school teachers in preparing and teaching their AP courses, and to help build networks of AP teachers within their disciplines and school systems.

Instructors are experienced College Board certified AP teachers who are nationally recognized scholars in their fields, and experienced AP Readers thoroughly familiar with the College Board's Advanced Placement Program.

Teachers MUST register for AP courses through the Office of Academic Special Programs. Please visit the Academic Special Programs Web Site at www.uga.edu/oasp for detailed information, or call (706) 542-0453.

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ARCHE Cross Registration Program

The Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education, ARCHE, is a consortium of twenty-one public and private institutions of higher learning in the Atlanta/Athens area, including the University of Georgia. Founded in 1938, the consortium provides a structure to enhance educational opportunities through academic cooperation among the member institutions and their communities.

The purpose of cross registration is to provide opportunities for enriched educational programs by permitting students at any ARCHE institution to take courses at any member institution. To participate, cross registration students must enroll in at least one course at their home institution. More information regarding the ARCHE cross registration program may be obtained from ARCHE's Web site at www.atlantahighered.org/memberservices/crossregistration.html, by contacting the UGA cross registration coordinator at the Office of the Registrar, Holmes/Hunter Academic Building, by telephone at (706) 542-8796, or by e-mail at jep@uga.edu.

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UGA EXTENDED CAMPUSES


The extended campuses of the University of Georgia support and advance the UGA mission of enhancing the state’s intellectual, cultural and environmental heritages, as well as its motto “to teach, to serve and to inquire into the nature of things.” As Georgia’s land- and sea-grant university – with a statewide mandate to provide higher education opportunities – the University of Georgia has established four extended campuses to serve as outreach sites to deliver educational programs and opportunities to those citizens not in a position to travel to the Athens campus. Each extended campus promotes the overall mission of UGA while offering unique elements reflective of local need and student body composition.

All University of Georgia academic policies and procedures set for the Athens campus apply to UGA courses and programs offered at the extended campuses, except where expressly stated otherwise to reflect a policy or procedure unique to the extended campus due to its nature and location. Extended campus courses are taught by faculty and instructors approved by the UGA home academic department or unit. The degree earned is a University of Georgia degree. The extended campuses are located in Griffin (Spalding County), Lawrenceville (Gwinnett County), Tifton (Tift County) and Buckhead (Dekalb County).

The University of Georgia Griffin Campus

The University of Georgia offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs at its Griffin Campus, 40 miles south of Atlanta. The undergraduate programs are upper-division programs for transfer students or those seeking a second bachelor’s degree. Prospective undergraduate transfer students need to have completed 60 transferable credit hours with a minimum 2.8 grade point average. Those interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree at the Griffin Campus must also meet the criteria for admission into the specific degree program they wish to enter. Prospective graduate students must meet the admission requirements set by the University of Georgia’s Graduate School and the graduate degree program.

Eight undergraduate majors are offered at Griffin, along with two graduate degree programs. Small class sizes, a state of the art Student Learning Center, undergraduate research opportunities, and nationally recognized faculty draw students to the UGA Griffin Campus. A complete degree program list and further information may be obtained by visiting the Griffin Campus web site (www.uga.edu/griffin) or by calling the Office of Academic Programs in Griffin at 770-412-4400.

The University of Georgia Gwinnett Campus

The University of Georgia Gwinnett Campus provides high-quality graduate, professional, and continuing education programs to the greater Gwinnett area, along with professional training opportunities for employees of local businesses and industries of greater-Atlanta, north-central and northeast Georgia. The Gwinnett Campus serves the needs of the community, promotes economic growth and workforce development in one of the fastest growing regions of the state, and responds to critical manpower shortages in the local public service arena. Conveniently located at 2530 Sever Road in Lawrenceville (intersection of I-85 and Old Peachtree), the Gwinnett Campus offers classroom and meeting space equipped with the latest technology, as well as a full-service bookstore, library, and Student Affairs department to meet student needs.

Gwinnett Graduate Programs - Those interested in pursuing a UGA graduate degree at the Gwinnett Campus must meet the criteria for admission as set by both the UGA Graduate School and the specific degree program they wish to pursue. A variety of master’s, educational specialist and doctoral programs are offered through UGA’s College of Education, College of Pharmacy, School of Social Work, Terry College of Business, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and School of Public and International Affairs. Additional programs are currently under consideration. For a complete listing of degree programs or to obtain further information, visit the UGA Gwinnett Campus website (www.uga.edu/gwinnett), call 678-985-6800, or send an email to UGAGwin@uga.edu.

Gwinnett Continuing Education Programs - The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education offers a variety of continuing education courses, certificate programs, and customized training solutions designed to meet the professional development needs of individuals, businesses, and organizations in Gwinnett County and Metro Atlanta. The Georgia Center’s CEU-awarding programs are delivered live-lecture at the UGA Gwinnett Campus, at the corporate work place or via online delivery format. SAT, GRE, GMAT and LSAT review and test preparation is also offered. For more program information, contact Gwinnett@georgiacenter.uga.edu or visit www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/gwinnett/index.html.

The Gwinnett office of the Small Business Development Center Network  is a UGA public service unit which provides business related technical assistance through professional consulting and management training programs to potential and established small businesses. For additional information call (678) 985-6820 or send an email to Gwinnett@georgiasbdc.org or visit www.georgiasbdc.org/CE/Gwinnett .

The University of Georgia Tifton Campus

Building on the agricultural tradition and expertise of the faculty and staff at the Tifton Campus, UGA now offers several undergraduate degree-completion and graduate degree programs at this location. Serving the southern region of the state, these degree programs produce graduates who possess the technical and leadership skills needed in the agricultural field—the economic engine driving this geographic area. In expanding the reach of UGA to serve the whole state, the degree programs offered at the UGA Tifton Campus enable students to stay in their home community while pursuing their educational and career goals. Further information and a complete listing of academic degree programs may be obtained by visiting the Tifton Campus website (www.caes.uga.edu/campus/tifton) or by contacting the director of academic programs at 229-386-3528.

The University of Georgia Buckhead Campus

The UGA Buckhead Campus is located in midtown Atlanta and serves business professionals in the metro Atlanta area. The highly ranked UGA Terry College of Business offers executive and fast-track MBA programs for working professionals seeking to enhance their education and professional mobility. Prospective Terry MBA students must meet the admissions requirements set by both the UGA Graduate School and the Terry College MBA programs. For more information, see http://mba.terry.uga.edu. Beginning in January 2010, UGA’s Institute for Higher Education now offers a cohort-based Ed.D. in higher education management at the Buckhead campus for senior executives in higher education. For more information on this program, see www.uga.edu/ihe/. The Buckhead Campus offers classroom and meeting space equipped with the latest technology along with access to all UGA online research and library resources.

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Governor's Intern Program

The Governor's Intern Program provides a unique academic experience while giving students a practical, firsthand look at agencies in state and local governments or non-profit organizations throughout Georgia. Internships may be full or part-time and are available for each academic term. Interns must be currently enrolled junior, senior, graduate, or law students with a 2.5 or higher GPA. Interns receive a stipend, and internships may be done for academic credit at the discretion of the student’s major department. A report is submitted by each intern to the Governor's Intern Program after each project's completion. Upon approval by the staff, the report is filed in the Georgia State Archives for future reference. Application deadlines are generally as follows: July 15 for fall semester, October 15 for spring semester, and April 15 for summer semester. Applications and specific deadlines may be obtained from the Career Center, Clark Howell Hall, or through Governor’s Intern Program, 245 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334
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Honors Program

The Honors Program provides participants with special Honors sections of classes in the freshman/sophomore core curriculum, Honors courses in a variety of majors, the opportunity to pursue interdisciplinary majors, more intensive versions of courses required for departmental majors, and independent research under faculty supervision culminating in an Honors thesis or project. In addition to individualized advising throughout their education, the program provides students with special support for graduate and professional school application, as well as national fellowship and scholarship competitions. The Honors Program is open to qualified undergraduates in all the schools and colleges of the University.

 Most Honors classes and seminars have enrollments of 20 students or less and are taught by specially selected faculty. Unlike high school Honors or advanced placement classes, the University’s Honors courses do not carry more credit or offer higher grade points. Rather, they are smaller, enriched in content, and sometimes more specialized. Honors classes provide faculty with opportunities to introduce their disciplines more deeply, employing innovative and more individualized approaches. Students in the program choose from over 200 Honors classes offered annually. These classes usually fulfill core curriculum or major requirements. This bulletin lists Honors sections under the departments in which they are offered. Honors section course numbers are followed by an "H."

Honors students may arrange with their instructors additional readings and other assignments in upper-division classes in their major to secure Honors credit for non-Honors sections. Honors students also may enroll in directed study classes which enable them to work independently on a sustained research project under the guidance of a faculty member, usually leading to an Honors thesis. But the outcome may take a different form--a recital, exhibition or performance. Honors directed reading classes (4960H-4980H) and Honors thesis classes (4990H) are available in most departments. The Honors Program's Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO) annually hosts a research symposium for the presentation of research projects with sponsoring faculty.

Additionally, Honors students with a minimum of sixty credit hours and a 3.5 cumulative GPA are encouraged to participate in graduate courses, with the approval of the department, Honors Office, and in cases of 8000 and 9000 (Ph.D.) level courses, the Dean of the Graduate School. Students with a strong focus on their major, and significant AP or Joint Enrollment credit prior to entering the University, may pursue a combined Bachelor’s/Master’s program. More information can be found here .

 Students may enter the Honors Program as first-year students, or by collegiate entry at the end of the first or second semester’s enrollment. Students must earn at least 15 hours of academic credit (14 A-F graded) and have a cumulative GPA of 3.75 to be eligible to apply for collegiate entry. The Honors Program accepts transfer students as well. For further information about the Honors Program, visit the Honors Program web site . Inquiries may be directed to The Honors Program, (706) 542-3240.

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Independent and Distance Learning

Based at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education, Independent and Distance Learning (IDL) works with UGA academic departments to offer courses to individuals who are interested in earning academic credit through distance learning. IDL increases access to higher education through online courses and one-on-one interaction between the student and professor. IDL offers flexible registration, permitting students to register at any time and take up to three courses simultaneously, with up to nine months to complete each course.

Academic Policies

Independent and Distance Learning students are responsible for knowing and abiding by University of Georgia policies, which are published in this Bulletin, and IDL Guidelines and Procedures, which are published on the IDL website(http://www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/idl). Independent and Distance Learning students are governed by the University of Georgia’s academic honesty system. Midterm and final examinations are administered by college or university testing representatives at official test sites, and students will be admitted to examinations only with photo identification. Students must pass the final exam to pass an IDL course, regardless of grades earned on submitted lessons.

Registration and Information

To ensure appropriate course selection, particularly in a major field of study, students should seek advisement from their degree program's academic advisor prior to registering for IDL courses.

To register for Independent and Distance Learning courses, students must be currently admitted UGA students or must be admitted as Transient or Post-baccalaureate transfer students through the UGA Office of Undergraduate Admissions (https://www.admissions.uga.edu/article/idl-info.html). Students may register and pay with a credit card on the IDL Web site (http://www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/idl). Tuition fees must be paid in full at the time of registration, and fees are based on a per-credit-hour rate regardless of credit hours taken or matriculation fees assessed by the University of Georgia. IDL will accept an invoice or authorization to bill from an outside agency as long as such authorized invoices do not contain conditions to be met before payment is made (e.g., payment may not be based upon successful completion of the course). University of Georgia students receiving financial aid through the University may be eligible to apply financial aid awards toward Independent and Distance Learning tuition fees. UGA students receiving financial aid awards may submit an IDL request for a fourteen-day tuition fee deferment.

Students can register online for IDL courses at http://www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/idl. Registration forms, with appropriate tuition, can also be mailed or brought to Independent and Distance Learning, Suite 193, Center for Continuing Education, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-3603. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office is closed during University of Georgia holidays. For additional information, contact the Independent and Distance Learning office at (706) 542-3243 or 1-800-877-3243 (toll-free in United States) or via e-mail (idl@georgiacenter.uga.edu). The IDL Student Handbook is located at http://www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/idl.

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National Student Exchange

The University of Georgia is a member of the National Student Exchange Consortium, which provides exchanges for students to over 170 colleges and universities throughout the United States and its territories. Students on NSE exchange attend the host campus for one quarter/semester up to a full academic year, while paying UGA tuition and fees. There are only a few eligibility requirements, and the deadline for applying for the next year is the end of February. NSE encourages students to experience new life and learning styles, appreciate differing cultural perspectives, learn more about themselves and others, and broaden their educational background through specialized courses or unique programs that may not be available on the home campus. For more information, contact the Department of Student Activities, 325 Tate Student Center, (706) 542-7774 or nse@uga.edu.
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Oak Ridge Associated Universities

Since 1948, students and faculty of the University of Georgia have benefited from its membership in Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). ORAU is a consortium of 98 colleges and universities and a contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. ORAU works with its member institutions to help their students and faculty gain access to federal research facilities throughout the country; to keep its members informed about opportunities for fellowship, scholarship, and research appointments; and to organize research alliances among its members.

Through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), the DOE facility that ORAU operates, undergraduates, graduates, postgraduates, as well as faculty enjoy access to a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Students can participate in programs covering a wide variety of disciplines, including business, earth sciences, epidemiology, engineering, physics, geological sciences, pharmacology, ocean sciences, biomedical sciences, nuclear chemistry, and mathematics. Appointment and program length range from one month to four years. Many of these programs are especially designed to increase the numbers of underrepresented minority students pursuing degrees in science- and engineering-related disciplines. A comprehensive listing of these programs and other opportunities, their disciplines, and details on locations and benefits can be found in the ORISE Catalog of Education and Training Programs, which is available at http://www.orau.gov/orise/educ.htm, or by calling either of the contacts below.

ORAU's Office of Partnership Development seeks opportunities for partnerships and alliances among ORAU's members, private industry, and major federal facilities. Activities include faculty development programs, such as the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Awards, the Visiting Industrial Scholars Program, consortium research funding initiatives, faculty reseach and support programs, as well as services to chief research officers.

For more information about ORAU and its programs, contact Dr. David C. Lee, Vice President for Research, ORAU Councilor for University of Georgia, 706-542-5969; contact Monnie E. Champion, ORAU Corporate Secretary, 865-576-3306; or visit the ORAU home page at http://www.orau.org.

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Study Abroad Programs

The University of Georgia sponsors a wide variety of study abroad opportunities, which are described below. The Office of International Education (OIE) is the primary campus resource for information on study abroad programs lasting an academic year, semester, summer, or Maymester. Study Abroad Advisors are available to assist students with program selection and answer questions regarding other aspects of studying, working, traveling or volunteering abroad.

UGA Study Abroad Programs: UGA offers study abroad programs led by UGA faculty during the fall and spring semesters, as well as Maymester and Summer terms. UGA sponsors approximately 100 different study abroad programs in over 50 countries, including several programs that travel to multiple countries. For up-to-date listings of UGA programs, please visit the OIE website at http://www.uga.edu/oie/sa_prog.htm

In the semester-length programs, classes are taught by both UGA professors and instructors from the host country, and program participants earn a full load of credits. In most cases, students live in a residence hall with other UGA students, and perhaps, local students. One of the advantages of the semester-length programs is that students have more time to discover what the country and culture have to offer and make connections with the local population. Furthermore, there may be opportunities for independent travel during weekends or breaks. Participants in UGA semester programs pay in-state tuition and fees, and HOPE and other scholarships and financial aid can usually be applied to study abroad costs.

The short-term (Maymester and Summer) opportunities offer strong academic programs with classes taught by UGA professors, as well as field trips and excursions that utilize the resources of the host country. Maymester and Summer session programs are 2-8 weeks in duration, and students earn resident credit for the coursework completed while abroad. A wide variety of academic disciplines and geographic locations are represented in the UGA program offerings. All students pay in-state tuition and fees, and HOPE and other scholarships and financial aid can usually be applied to study abroad costs. Due to the short-term nature of the programs and the fact that they are traveling with a group of U.S. students, participants should keep in mind that they will need to make extra efforts to connect with the local culture.

UGA-sponsored study abroad programs are particularly popular among students for several reasons, including the presence of UGA professors as instructors and group leaders, and the fact that most arrangements for classes, transportation, accommodation, excursions, and meals are made by the program.

UGA Exchange Partnerships: Exchange programs are an ideal option for students who wish to spend a semester or academic year abroad and immerse themselves in student culture in another country. The University of Georgia exchange partnerships enable UGA students to enroll as visiting students at a partner university and earn transfer credit for their academic work. Meanwhile, students from the partner university enroll at UGA. Typically, only one student or small group from UGA participates in each exchange during a given semester, which allows for student independence and cultural immersion opportunities. Exchange students take classes with local students or international students; live in residence halls, apartments or home-stays; participate in student activities along with local students; and travel independently during weekends and breaks.

Exchanges also represent one of the most affordable ways to spend a semester abroad. Participating students work with the Office of International Education and a host university coordinator to make arrangements for housing, course selection, registration and other pre-departure details. UGA participants pay in-state tuition and fees to the Office of International Education and pay for housing and meals on site. In addition, HOPE and other scholarships and financial aid can usually be applied to the cost of exchange programs.

Currently, over 40 exchanges are offered in two dozen countries. Some exchanges are limited to specific disciplines; others offer a wide range of courses. Some exchanges in non-English speaking countries offer courses in English; others require language proficiency. Exchanges last a semester or an academic year. Academic departments coordinate some exchanges, while OIE coordinates others. For a full listing of UGA study abroad and exchange programs, please visit the web site for the Office of International Education at www.uga.edu/oie/sa_prog.htm.

External Programs: In addition to UGA-sponsored study abroad and exchange programs, many other colleges and universities, language institutes, and international organizations offer opportunities for overseas study, travel, work, teaching, and volunteer experiences. Students may obtain information about these options through the OIE study abroad library or website.

Academic Credit: Study Abroad Programs sponsored by the University of Georgia offer resident credit, but students can earn transfer credit for participation in exchange programs and external study abroad programs. To obtain credit for these programs, students must complete the UGA Study Abroad Credit Approval Form before departing. For programs with which UGA does not have an affiliate, partner, or consortial relationship, OIE will determine whether or not to accept credit on a case-by-case basis, in close consultation with the Admissions Office and/or the academic departments. Further details regarding the credit transfer process are also available at http://www.uga.edu/oie/sa_prog_caf_under.htm . To view the Study Abroad Transfer Credit Policy, see http://www.uga.edu/oie/docs/sa/students/StudyAbroadTransferCredit.pdf

Scholarships and Financial Aid: Federal financial aid, the HOPE Scholarship and some other forms of financial aid may be applied to UGA-sponsored study abroad and exchange programs, as well as those offered by other universities. To receive financial aid for programs sponsored by other institutions, students must complete the UGA Study Abroad Credit Approval Form and meet all other UGA requirements for study abroad and financial aid. Please go to http://www.uga.edu/oie/sa_scholarship.htm for further information about scholarships and financial aid for study abroad.

OIE Services: The Office of International Education offers 50-minute Options Abroad Sessions three times weekly, as well as a study abroad resource library and individual advising appointments. The office is located on the third floor of the Bank of American Building, and the staff can be reached at (706) 425-3274 or goabroad@uga.edu. The OIE website (http://www.uga.edu/oie) is also an important resource for students interested in studying abroad.

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Washington Semester Program

Each fall and spring semester, up to twenty University of Georgia students have the unique opportunity to live, work and study in Washington, D.C., through the Washington Semester Program. The program is open to undergraduate students in all colleges and schools at UGA. Students enrolled in the Washington Semester Program will earn at least twelve hours of academic credit, work at least 30 hours per week in an internship approved by the program, connect with leaders in public policy, government and business, and experience the art and culture of one of the world's great cities.

To apply, students must meet the following criteria:

1. 3.0 minimum cumulative grade point average.
2. At least Junior class standing by the term of participation.
3. Good disciplinary standing.
4. Completion of the Federal and Georgia Constitution requirement.

For more information, visit the program's website (www.uga.edu/dcsemester) or contact the Washington Semester Program at dcsem@uga.edu or 706-542-3450.

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