Global Opportunities | Georgetown Preparatory School

Through exploration of other countries, cultures, and communities, we encourage students to develop a deep understanding of humanity as a whole—because understanding breeds compassion, and compassion will make us strong, wise, and kind leaders.

Traveling the world takes courage–the ability to put aside fear and take the first steps to be brave.

Language Immersion Trips

Germany (Summer 2026)
Spain (Summer 2026)

Rising seniors spent two unforgettable weeks in Germany! They explored München, took day trips to Neuschwanstein, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and Dachau, then headed to the Black Forest to stay at a Jesuit sister school, Kolleg St. Blasien.

8 students participated in our Spanish Language Immersion trip to Seville, Spain. The students spent a packed two weeks attending Spanish language classes, sharing meals with their host
families, and exploring the historical city of Sevilla.

The trip to Germany taught me a lot, not just about the culture, but also the history. We learned about Munich’s past, the significance of castles, and even how they manage their water systems. Staying an extra week for my service project really pushed me to use my German in real situations. It definitely made me a stronger German student.

Carter Jillings '26

Global Scholars

Global Scholars is a group of students who focus on global travel, discourse and academia. Students participate in seminars on a variety of interdisciplinary topics that culminate in a trip: a capstone experience and further cementing participants as academically, globally, and spiritually competent men. Global Scholars selects students for their compassion, academic excellence, and commitment to global citizenship.

During Spring Break 2024, participants embarked on a trip to France. The students visited some of France’s greatest monuments and museums including the Louvre, Les Invalides, and the iconic Notre Dame. They spent significant time exploring local shops, French culinary delights, the gorgeous architecture, the peaceful draw of the Seine River, and the unique arrondissements of the city. For the last weekend of the Global Scholars trip the Hoyas did homestays with students from Lycée François Magendie in Bordeaux, France. We were hosted by John Raskauskas ‘79 who is Head of Section - O.I.B./B.F.I. American Section.

During Spring Break of 2025, our Global Scholars explored the heart of Europe—Berlin, Brussels, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, and Frankfurt, on a educational journey curated by the German-American Institute Heidelberg (DAI). Through site visits, academic seminars, and cultural exchange, the students gained firsthand insight into the European Union’s evolution, economic development, sustainability efforts, and post-WWII history, while building connections with local students and institutions across the EU.

Upcoming Trips
Italy (March 2026)

Louvre Museum, Paris, France, Spring Break 2024

EU Trip, Spring Break 2025

I spent four days in Bordeaux, France with a host family that welcomed me with open arms into their lives. Cali introduced me to local cuisine, her friends from school, and the overall beauty of the city of Bordeaux. Living with a host family was a perfect way to end a historical trip for it brought upon a degree of humbleness to bear in mind another household and to be open to different social customs. I will never forget my host family or the love they showed me.
Michael Wynn '26

Exchange Program

In 2019, the Georgetown Prep community began an exchange program with our brother Jesuit school - Colegio del Salvador (where a young Pope Francis taught) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the summer, Prep students are welcome to travel to Argentina.

Colegio del Salvador students at Georgetown Prep.

Francisco Villegas ‘27 and Carleone Eyombo-Bella ‘28 traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷, accompanied by Mrs. Victoria Barrero from the Modern Languages Department. This trip marked the 16th anniversary of the cultural immersion between Georgetown Prep and Colegio del Salvador.

International Relations Club Cultural Trips

Central Europe (March 2024)
Portugal and Southern Spain (March 2025)
Brazil (Spring Break 2026)

During Spring Break 2024, the International Relations Club went to see the Crown Jewels of Central Europe: Vienna, Prague, Krakow and Budapest. In this photo, the Hoyas enjoyed time in Vienna, Austria and the history, residence, and grounds of Schönbrunn Palace.

During Spring Break 2025, the International Relations Club Several traveled through Portugal and Spain, immersing themselves in the region’s rich history and culture. In this photo, the Hoyas are at the Plaza de Espana Seville, Spain.

Athletic Spring Break Trips

Rugby has gone to Ireland, Wales and London
Baseball has gone to the IMG Academy and Miami, Florida
Golf has traveled to play in Stuart, Florida, Atlanta, GA, and Richmond, VA
Tennis has played in Florida
Lacrosse has had a tournament in North Carolina, New Jersey and Delaware

The JV and Varsity Rugby teams, accompanied by several team parents, traveled to Italy to play and watch rugby and to tour cultural and historic sites.

The Georgetown Prep Golf Team traversed the East Coast with the goal of camaraderie, attitude, and fun. In Stuart, FL, the team played at Mariner Sands Country Club. They had time with alumnus and professional golfer Denny McCarthy ’11. While in Florida, the team was also fortunate to play night golf at a one of a kind facility in Park West Palm Beach.

Jesuit Exchanges
Argentina Immersion Experience

Ignatian Faculty Formation
Camino Ignaciano

Ignatian Student Formation Travel
World Youth Day

Bethlehem Farm, Appalachia region, WV
Eastern Shore of Virginia
Encuentro Project, El Paso, TX
Flathead Reservation, MT
Urban Plunge, Los Angelos, CA
Somos Amigos: Costa Rico
St. Francis Inn, Philadelphia, PA
Ivanhoe, Appalachian region of southwest Virginia
Camino Institute, Dominican Republic
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Model International Conferences

Model Organization of American States (MOAS)

Model Organization of American States (MOAS) - The International Relations Club at Georgetown Preparatory School is one of the original participants of the first MOAS for high schoolers in 1982. The original conference was held at OAS headquarters in Washington, DC. Georgetown Prep has participated every year since then. In 2022, due to scheduled tests conflicting with the MOAS conference dates, the IRC organized and hosted a smaller MOAS for national high schools at GP. Since many Georgetown prep delegates were representing Argentina, the conference was closed with a Tango dancing demonstration and lesson for delegates!

Ivy League Model United Nations Conference (ILMUNC)

Ivy League Model United Nations Conference (ILMUNC) - This is a highly anticipated conference of members of the International Relations Club each year. It requires a road trip to Philadelphia and an overnight stay. When students are not participating in the conference or researching for their resolutions, they are sightseeing and ranking philly cheesesteaks. Originally founded in 1984 at the University of Pennsylvania, this conference inspires research on vital issues confronting the world today. Students learn to hone their speech and debate capabilities, and perfect their resolution writing.

Model Arab League (MAL)

Model Arab League (MAL) - Facilitated by the National Council on US Arab Relations, the International Relations Club has hosted the National High School Model Arab League at Georgetown Prep since 2022. Delegates from around the DMV area spend a weekend confronting vital global issues by employing their diplomacy skills to formulate well conceived resolutions on topics from immigration to environmental crises. Informational embassy trips are organized for the countries GP delegates represent. Which helps connect students to current events as they engage in role playing as diplomats.