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Washington High School Program (Four-Day)

This faster-paced DC program is a great option for students looking for a valuable academic experience that fits their busy schedules.

Take part in an unforgettable adventure!

Close Up’s High School Program of touring Washington DC in 4 days is a one-of-a-kind student travel experience! During this four-day/three-night program, students participate in study visits to some of our country’s most celebrated landmarks and institutions and gain the skills to become active, engaged citizens.  

 With Close Up, students have the opportunity to: 

  • Discuss current events with experts, policymakers, and members of Congress or their staff; 
  • Explore Capitol Hill and witness a live congressional committee hearing to see how laws are made;* 
  • Debate the most pressing issues facing our nation with peers from across the United States in a Mock Congress; and 
  • Visit awe-inspiring monuments, memorials, museums, and landmarks such as the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world. 

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*Subject to availability. 

Participation in a Close Up program requires parent or guardian approval for any participant under 18 years of age. Learn how we keep all students safe, secure, and supervised on every program.

EXPLORE ALL HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

 

Washington, DC

Six-Day Program

Learn about American democracy first-hand during this in-depth exploration of the nation’s capital. Learn More >

Fourth of July 2025

Celebrate an unforgettable Independence Day in D.C. with Close Up! Learn More >

Empowering Girls’ Voices: The President’s First 100 Days

Work together with girls nationwide to examine the new president's priorities and create a National Agenda for Change. Learn More >

Customize a Program for Your School

Partner with Close Up to design a customized experience for your school! Learn More >

Washington, DC

Four-Day Program

Explore the capital city in a fast-paced, four-day adventure! Learn More >

Washington, DC & New York City

Examine the relationship between business and government while visiting two of America’s most important cities. Learn More >

Deliberative Democracy and the Digital Age

Join us at Stanford University this summer to study policy at the intersection of technology and society! Learn More >

New Americans Program

Discover our nation’s diverse heritage in a DC program geared toward immigrant and migrant students. Learn More >

American Indian Focus Programs

Consider the issues facing Indian Country in one of three exclusive programs in the nation’s capital. Learn More >

Close Up has decades of grant experience; contact us today for assistance with using your federal funds!

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Close Up is a positive experience for students…

seeing themselves as having the power to influence the democratic process.

— Sheilagh, Educator, California ”
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I’m truly blown away by what Close Up’s been able to accomplish in the last two weeks during IMPACT 2020…

The material seems very high level, and my daughter’s been very motivated to participate every day. I wanted to be sure to commend the staff on providing such a great experience!

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I learned that there’s a huge network of people with the same goals and drive as me…

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Close Up made me realize how SIGNIFICANT my thoughts and views are…

Although everyone will not always agree, everyone has a voice and needs to be heard.

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