PACs and Political Management

Acquire the fundamentals to effectively run your organization's Political Action Committee (PAC) with this unique graduate certificate.

The challenges of coordinated political action and campaign finance uncertainty make it more important than ever that professionally trained leaders manage PACs. This program is designed to give PAC managers the fundamental skills to manage finances and persuade voters and decision makers.

Timing and Location

The certificate is designed for working professionals and all classes are held Monday-Thursday evenings in our Capitol Hill classrooms or our Foggy Bottom campus.

Estimated Tuition and Fees

Graduate tuition and fees at the George Washington University are comparable to the national average for private universities. These costs, set by the GW Board of Trustees, generally increase from year to year and may vary by program and location.

Please use this information as an estimate based on current tuition rates and fee structures. Total tuition and fees will vary according to the courses taken and the timeframe in which you complete your coursework.

2024-2025 Rates in Effect for Summer 2024, Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Terms

• Tuition: $28,200 (15 credits @ $1,880 per credit hour)
• Other costs to consider: Application fee $80; Registration fee $35/semester; Textbooks $600; Matriculation Fee (one time) $200.

Requirements

The certificate requires completion of five courses (15 credit hours). It can be completed in as little as two semesters or terms, or at your own pace. All coursework can be applied towards a master’s degree in Legislative Affairs or Political Management.