The Fund for American Studies

Liberty + Learning Fellowship

Full scholarship to live, learn + intern in Washington, D.C.

Spend your summer in Washington, D.C., and increase your understanding of our nation’s founding principles. The nation’s capital is the ideal place to join other student leaders to learn more about taking action to advance liberty around the country and world.

Overview

Program Dates: May 30 - July 25, 2026

The Liberty + Learning Fellowship provides a full scholarship to live, learn + intern during the TFAS summer program in Washington, D.C.

The fellowship includes courses on freedom-based principles from George Mason University, an internship placement with organizations committed to advancing the cause of liberty and furnished housing in the heart of Washington, D.C. Students participate in a variety of exclusive guest lectures, site briefings as well as professional development and networking events.

Early Admissions Deadline: December 5, 2025

Priority Admissions Deadline: February 5, 2026

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Fellowship Components

Furnished Housing in Foggy Bottom

Wake up to stunning views from your fully furnished home in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Enjoy the convenience of being right in the heart of everything.

Student Life

Credit from George Mason University

Explore America's founding principles. Learn about the vibrant free market enterprise system. Engage with professors and guest speakers who bring these concepts to life.

Academics

Opportunities to Grow Your Network

Gain invaluable insights from top lobbyists, nonprofit executives, journalists, Capitol Hill staffers, Foreign Service officers and policy makers to leverage your D.C. experience into a promising future internship or full-time job after graduation.

Networking

Guaranteed Internship in Washington, D.C.

Gain practical experience at an organization that is dedicated to promoting freedom. Collaborate with people who share your beliefs and together, make a meaningful difference in the real world.

Dedicated staff work to match students with an internship that fits their interests, skills and career goals.

View past internships sites, learn about projects and the hiring process.

Internships

The Liberty and Learning Fellowship provided me not only with incredible educational and career-oriented experiences, but I was also able to make lifelong friendships with people from around the country who shared my values.

- Malcolm Mahoney '23

Dartmouth College

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