Georgetown University

Are your communication skills holding you back from your career goals?

Native speakers of critical languages are in high demand in the US government. We train advanced English speakers to be effective communicators and strong candidates for federal jobs. 

How To Apply

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Is EHLS the program for you?

Our students chose EHLS because
• they wanted to use their specialized training in a government career
• they wanted to express their professional opinions in English with confidence and ease
• they wanted to learn how to make effective presentations
• they wanted to be proficient in using current office technology
• they wanted opportunities to network with agency officials
• as naturalized citizens, they wanted to help the government understand the culture of their native country
 

Do you share these professional goals? If so, see About the Program.

News and Announcements

  • The 2012 application period is now closed.
  • The 2013 Application Form will be ready on Feb 1. 
  • To be eligible, applicants must be native speakers of Arabic, Balochi, Dari, Hausa, Hindi, Igbo, Kyrgyz, Mandarin Chinese, Pashto, Persian Farsi, Punjabi, Somali, Tajik, Turkish, Urdu, Uzbek or Yoruba. See Admission Requirements.
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  • FAQs here.
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EHLS Experience

What our graduates say

"The instructors kept me engaged and focused throughout the 8-month program. The experience and lessons I learned definitely gave me an edge on getting a government job, but the most important assets the program provided me are the life-time professional skills that I can apply in all aspects of my career. I would definitely recommend this program." - 2011 EHLS Scholar 

"My desire to make a difference inspired my interest in public service. The Georgetown EHLS program has nourished that and provided an invaluable and unforgettable personal and professional experience." - 2010 EHLS Scholar

"The curriculum provides a holistic approach conducive to honing every participant’s linguistic aptitude while gaining guided insight and assistance to enter the federal job market. The EHLS experience is not only enriching owing to the multicultural classroom environment but also empowering as scholars learn first-hand from instructors with expert-knowledge in their respective fields." - 2010 EHLS Scholar