The Washington Center Seminars

The School of Government and Public Policy has funding available to sponsor eligible students to attend an academic seminar program in Washington D.C. SGPP funding will cover seminar costs and a travel stipend. The next Washington Center Seminar will be held in May 2026, with SGPP applications opening in December 2025. Students can read about The Washington Center Seminars (and other programs) at their website: https://twc.edu/

 

National Security Seminar- May 2026

Explore the protection of U.S. interests at home, abroad and online.

Spend a week in Washington, D.C. with college students from across the country and dive into the national security challenges facing the world today. You’ll interact with experts and public figures, go behind the scenes of organizations throughout the city, discover new career paths and come away with a competitive advantage.

While this program will not count for academic credit, it is a great opportunity to learn more about the political process and learn how national leaders address important issues.

  • Check-In: Friday, May 15, 2026
  • Check-Out: Saturday, May 23, 2026

Learn more here: https://twc.edu/programs/national-security-seminar 

SGPP students may apply for funding to attend the above Seminar hosted by The Washington Center. See details on applying below.

Eligible Expenses 

  • The Washington Center Seminar Program Fee ($2395.00)
  • Airfare Costs (provided to students as a stipend of up to $750.00)

*The seminar program fee will be paid by SGPP directly to The Washington Center.

*Please note the seminar program fee does not include food, Washington, D.C city travel, or personal expenses.

Requirements 

You must meet the following requirements to apply for stipends/reimbursements: 

  • You must be a declared SGPP major (Law, Criminal Justice Studies, Public Affairs, or Political Science)
  • Junior or Senior status (minimum of 60 credits completed) with a 2.75 GPA or higher
  • Individual student awards may not exceed $2500 total over the course of their time in an SGPP major.
  • You will be held to the Student Code of Conduct standards while representing the UA at off-campus events/locations.

All stipends/reimbursements are credited to the student's bursar account. Any deficits on the student's bursar account will be satisfied before a refund will be issued. 

How to Apply 

Do not wait until the last day to submit online applications! Incomplete or late applications will not be considered for funding.

  1. Complete the Online Application
    As part of your application, you will need to upload the following documents:
  • Brief Essay Statement answering the following questions (250 - 500 words):
    • How is this program relevant to your School of Government and Public Policy major?
    • How will this program help you achieve your future professional interests?
  • Résumé - including current education, career, scholarship and volunteer experience

Application Deadline: February 13, 2026, 9:00 AM

This Application will open in December 2025.

Any questions should be directed to Sabryna Jaimez at salers@arizona.edu

All student stipends are contingent on the availability of funds.