Academics
Build your diplomatic career at Georgetown University’s Institute for the Study of Diplomacy (ISD)
Our programs are tailored for students at the School of Foreign Service and seasoned professionals, enhancing your comprehension of diplomacy and amplifying your influence on the global stage.
With ISD, you’ll learn from experienced practitioners who’ve shaped policy and tackled complex challenges all over the world.
Undergraduate offerings
Gain practical insights into how diplomacy shapes global policy and develop the skills to do it yourself. Open to all Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) students, our undergraduate certificate in diplomatic studies combines rigorous coursework with real-world perspectives from experienced practitioners.
Graduate programs
Acquire the knowledge to navigate complex international challenges through our graduate certificate in diplomatic studies. You will learn from veteran diplomats, servicemembers and policymakers who bring decades of field experience into the classroom.
Executive education
Our executive programs bring together mid-career and senior professionals from around the world for intensive learning experiences. You’ll engage with cutting-edge challenges in diplomacy, expand your global network and return to your work with fresh perspectives and enhanced capabilities.
Student fellowships
Whether you’re conducting field research, attending a professional conference or pursuing an independent study project, our funding opportunities can help you take the next step in your diplomatic education. We partner with generous donors to offer fellowships, scholarships and travel grants exclusively for Georgetown University School of Foreign Service students.