Semester in DC
Students may apply in their second year to extern with qualifying placements in the Washington, DC area in the fall semester of their third year. Placement supervisors provide students with substantive work and meaningful feedback. Students enroll in an externship seminar and accompanying practicum established by Washington and Lee in Washington, DC. For students maintaining their residence in Lexington for the full-year, financial assistance will be provided (not to exceed the cost of your Lexington residence) of up to $1500 per student. Students are responsible for their own housing and expenses in DC. The application process for the subsequent year begins in March.