Advance Your Academic And Professional Direction
Designed for college students, recent graduates, and post-baccalaureate learners, Georgetown University offers a structured way to explore academic interests and professional pathways with confidence. Through rigorous courses taught by Georgetown faculty and industry experts, learners can test potential career directions, strengthen graduate school readiness, or build targeted knowledge — without stepping away from their professional or personal commitments.
Program Dates
Multi-length courses available throughout the year
Eligibility
For students ages 18 and up
College Credit Course Fees
$3,995
Enrichment Course Fees
$1,895
What's the Difference Between Our College Credit and Enrichment Courses?
Both enrichment and college credit–bearing options feature engaging online lessons and instructional support. College credit–bearing courses include additional coursework and offer the opportunity to earn academic credit upon successful completion. Some course content overlaps across both options, so students are encouraged to choose the format that best aligns with their academic or professional goals.
College Credit Courses$3,995
Length of Course: 6-, 8-, or 12-weeks
Instruction & Activities: 128 hours
Grading: Letter grade
On Your Own Schedule: ✔️
Academic Support: ✔️
Final Project: ✔️
College Credit Hours: ✔️
Certificate of Completion: Georgetown Transcript
Enrichment Courses$1,895
Length of Course: 1-, 2-, or 4-weeks
Instruction & Activities: 20-30 hours
Grading: Pass/Fail
On Your Own Schedule: ✔️
Academic Support: ✔️
Final Project: ✔️
College Credit Hours:❌
Certificate of Completion:✔️
Current Courses Available
College Credit Courses
Engage more deeply with your chosen subject and earn college credit upon successful completion — without committing to a full degree program. These courses include additional readings and coursework and are designed for those seeking a more immersive academic experience or preparation for graduate study.
COMING SOON
Artificial Intelligence
The Science of Cells and Innovation
Biology
A Look Behind the Game
Business of Sports
The Power of Storytelling
Creative Writing
Protecting Our Digital Future
Cybersecurity
Research Project
Finance
How the World Works
International Relations
Analyze, Argue, and Advocate Like a Lawyer
Law
Discover the Power of Marketing
Marketing
Research Project
Medicine
How the Brain Influences Behavior
Psychology
Enrichment Courses
Explore new areas of interest or build targeted skills in a flexible format, without a long-term academic commitment. Upon successful completion, you will earn a Certificate of Completion that can be added to your resume, portfolio, or graduate school applications.
How the Body Works in Harmony
Anatomy & Physiology
COMING SOON
Artificial Intelligence
The Science of Cells and Innovation
Biology
A Look Behind the Game
Business of Sports
The Power of Storytelling
Creative Writing
Protecting Our Digital Future
Cybersecurity
Becoming an Entrepreneur: An Inside Look at Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Protecting the World’s Interests
International Law
How the World Works
International Relations
Becoming an Investor: An Inside Look at Finance
Investing
Journalism and Media in the Digital Age
Journalism and Media
Analyze, Argue, and Advocate Like a Lawyer
Law
Becoming a Leader: Motivate, Inspire, and Persuade
Leadership
Discover the Power of Marketing
Marketing
Clinical Trials Resulting in Medical Discoveries
Medical Research
An Inside Look at Treating Patients
Medicine
Explore Advanced Practice Nursing
Nursing
To Form a More Perfect Union
U.S. Politics and Government
How the Brain Influences Behavior
Psychology
Becoming a Surgeon: Skills, Specialties, and Diseases
Surgery
What You Gain From This Experience
- Opportunities to explore potential academic and career paths before committing to graduate school or a long-term role.
- Rigorous coursework to strengthen your academic or professional profile.
- Insight into real-world applications through instruction led by Georgetown faculty and industry experts.
- Transferable skills you can apply immediately in your current role or future plans.
- Certificate of Completion for enrichment courses or official college credit for credit-bearing courses from Georgetown University.

What Sets This Program Apart
A Capstone Project With Real-World Relevance
Each course concludes with a culminating project designed to help you synthesize and apply what you’ve learned in a meaningful way. Through this final project, you will:
- Demonstrate your understanding of key concepts through a focused presentation or deliverable.
- Receive feedback from an instructor, course mentor, or teaching assistant on your work.
- Select a topic aligned with your academic interests or professional goals from areas covered in the course.
- Choose a format that best supports your work — including written, visual, or multimedia submissions.
Instructional Guidance And Mentorship
You will receive guidance from an instructor or course mentor (enrichment courses) or a TA (college credit–bearing courses) who supports your progress throughout the course. You can expect:
- Subject-matter expertise relevant to your course and field of interest.
- Feedback and direction on assignments to help deepen understanding and refine your work.
- Thoughtful guidance to help you apply course concepts to academic or professional goals.
- Support as you develop and complete final projects or culminating assignments, where applicable.
Flexible Learning With Clear Expectations
- Learn online in a structured format designed to fit alongside work, internships, or other responsibilities.
- Manage your learning on your terms — with the freedom to complete lessons and assignments around your existing schedule.
- Engage with multimedia content, simulations, and curated assignments supported by mentor guidance.

How to Apply
It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Just provide some basic information and tell us why you wish to take this program
Note: Please submit all application materials in English.
Begin the guided application process. It should take only a few minutes of your time to answer the questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How will you be graded? What are assignments like? How much time do you have to turn around a project? When do you find out if you’re admitted? Find answers to your questions here.
Answers to Your Questions HereScholarships
We offer need-based scholarships for participating students who exhibit high potential and an inability to pay the full tuition.
- If you haven’t applied to the program, apply here. After submitting your application, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” on the confirmation page to request a scholarship.
- If you’ve already applied to the program, sign in to your profile to check your scholarship status. If we don’t have a scholarship request on file, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” to request a scholarship.

