Information Technology in Washington D.C.


Explore How IT Works in the Capital

Travel to Washington D.C. and see how your MGA coursework gets applied at the federal level and in a major metropolitan area. You'll get to discover cybersecurity, data integrity, privacy, and trust at the national level. Ethics, law, and technology go hand-in-hand throughout this study away experience, and you'll learn how complex topics are put into action with real-world examples of large-scale systems and infrastructure.

Learn New Skills

  • Evaluate information technology policy, compliance, and legal requirements within organizations.
  • Analyze cyber legislation and policies to address opportunities and threats.
  • Assess flaws in cyber policies, practices, and capabilities.

Group of MGA students standing by the Department of Defense podium in the Pentagon


Date June 1 - 5, 2026
Locations
  • Capitol Tour
  • FBI
  • State Department
  • NSA Museum
  • Secret Service Field Office
  • Pentagon Tour
  • Spy Museum
  • Library of Congress
  • Smithsonian National Zoo
  • Air and Space Museum
  • Basilica
Housing Dorms at the Catholic University of America

Start Your adventure

"This Study Away trip gave me unforgettable experiences, new knowledge, and a deeper understanding of the world beyond the classroom. Visiting places like the U.S. Capitol allowed me to see how the government operates in real life


and gain a deeper understanding of the topics we study in class. I was surprised by the level of security and learned a lot about the importance of public service and civic responsibility."

- Arshpreet Kaur, Spring 2026

"My favorite part was the Library of Congress; being surrounded by centuries' worth of information was borderline spiritual. Navigating through the city and using the metro can only be learned via experiencing it in real time.

This trip is a unique opportunity for personal growth and professional connections. Anyone interested in federal employment should consider this opportunity as a step towards their career".

- Jonathan Hatcher, Spring 2026



Join an immersive educational experience in Washington D.C. and earn academic credit.

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