FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Application Process
The Senior Manager Course in National Security Leadership is limited to a maximum of 60 participants. The Foundations of National Security Leadership is limited to a maximum of 40 participants.
Apply online here or contact the National Security Studies Program at nssp
gwu [dot] edu (nssp[at]gwu[dot]edu) for further information.
You will receive confirmation of your application and a status update within two business days. Upon acceptance, you will receive further instructions regarding course registration. Please note, course registrations are accepted on a first-paid, first-enrolled basis.
Cancellations must be made in writing to nsspgwu [dot] edu. Substitutions are welcome in lieu of cancellations. If you have any questions about the application or registration process, please feel free to contact us at nsspgwu [dot] edu (nssp[at]gwu[dot]edu).
Course Funding
- Details
Your organization is responsible for funding the following expenses:
- Senior Manager Course in National Security Leadership Fee: $9,900
- Foundations of National Security Leadership Course Fee: $4,500
- Lodging (if applicable, see course acceptance letter for details on discounted hotel rate at Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC/Foggy Bottom)
- Travel expenses
Travel
- Details
Our courses are held at the Elliott School of International Affairs, located at 1957 E St NW, Washington, DC 20052.
Parking is available at the Elliott School Garage. The entrance to the garage is located on 19th Street between E and F Streets, NW. The daily maximum parking rate is $24.
There are three Metro stations within a 15-minute walk of the Elliott School:
Foggy Bottom (Orange, Silver, and Blue Lines)
Farragut West (Orange, Silver, and Blue Lines)
Farragut North (Red Line)The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest airport approximately 5 miles from the Elliott School of International Affairs. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is approximately 26 miles from the Elliott School and Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) is approximately 35 miles from the Elliott School.
Communication
- Details
All communication you receive from the National Security Studies Program staff will be sent via email. Please add nssp
gwu [dot] edu (nssp[at]gwu[dot]edu) to your email address book so that your computer recognizes this email address.
Attire
- Details
Attire for the program is business casual.
Men: Dress slacks or khakis, collared shirt (button-down or polo), loafers or casual shoes
Women: Slacks or khakis, skirt, sweater set, blouse, polo shirt, casual shoes
Meals
- Details
Beverages, light snacks, and lunch will be provided each day of the course.
All other meals will be covered under unit or individual expense.