Embark on an international educational journey in the U.S. with GTDC, a Global at Home program tailored for students. Led by Georgia Tech faculty, Global At Home programs foster international perspectives and cultural curiosity.
Expand Your Perspective
GTDC internships and cohort-based courses contribute to the International Plan and international affairs major, minor, or certificate.
Throughout the semester, students explore a diverse range of topics such as diplomacy, security, international law and negotiation, innovation, intelligence, global development, climate change, international migration, weapons proliferation, human rights, great power relations, comparative politics, space policy, and military conflict.
Network and Connect
Site visits to U.S. government agencies, especially those focused on homeland security, are a key element of the GTDC program. Students also participate in presentations, talks, and events at top global think tanks and research institutes.
Example Site Visits
- U.S. State Department
- Department of Defense
- Office of the Director of National Intelligence
- U.S. Trade Representative
- Department of Homeland Security
- Executive Office of the President
Think Tanks and Research Institutes
- Center for Strategic and International Studies
- Peterson Institute for International Economics
- Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
- Woodrow Wilson International Center
- Atlantic Council
- RAND Corporation
- Center for New American Security
- Center for Transatlantic Relations
- World Wildlife Fund
Satisfy Your Cultural Curiosity
There’s no better place in the U.S. for an international experience than Washington, D.C. With over 175 foreign embassies, the city is a hub for cultural festivals and celebrations. Students might spend an evening at a classical music concert at the Romanian embassy or tasting new cuisines at the French embassy.
Food is integral to every country’s culture and identity, and Washington is a top international food destination. Exploring the city also means indulging in international cuisines and learning about the culinary histories of Asia, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Middle East.
Spending an entire semester in D.C. also allows students to explore the city’s many world-class museums — many of which are free! After visiting the Smithsonian museums and the National Mall, students can fill their time with trips to the International Spy Museum, the National Geographic Museum, and more.
