Living in D.C.

D.C. ranks as one of the most expensive cities in the United States, but that doesn’t mean living on an intern’s budget is impossible.

Let’s face it guys… clothing can be expensive, and professional clothing can be really expensive. Developing a Capitol Hill-worthy closet can be daunting, but fear not, my fellow FAFSA recipient!...

Washington, D.C. is by far one of the most budget friendly cities for students, offering an incredible amount of free entertainment and activities.

Getting around on public transportation can be daunting. This guide will get you one step closer to commuting like a local.

Washington, D.C. is 68 square miles, and it can take some work to navigate if you don’t know how to best to get around the city.

Flying to D.C. for your internship? These tips and tricks will help you get to The Washington Center’s Residential and Academic Facility (RAF) from each of D.C.’s airports.

Commuting in D.C. can be daunting, even for someone who knows their way around the city. When you add a disability onto navigating the Metro’s routes and lines, traveling can feel overwhelming.

If you want to become more than a tourist in Washington, D.C., plan a visit to one or more of these destinations.

Whether you’re planning to stay in D.C. for a few months, or a few years, now is the best time to start exploring what makes each neighborhood unique.

In the United States, there are more museums than McDonald’s and Starbucks, combined. Very cool, right?

Most people associate D.C. with politics, historic monuments and world famous museums. While all of these things are well worth exploring while you’re in D.C., the capital is also full of strange...

Going to a place with seasons is a big change for this Florida girl. While D.C. may not have winters like Minnesota, winter in D.C. is still cold, rainy and can be very unpredictable. 

Balancing an internship, course work and graduate school exam prep isn't easy, but it is do-able. Use these tips to manage your time.

As a Midwesterner, I was in for some culture shock moving to D.C. However, I quickly learned there is something for everyone in D.C., even for a small-town girl like me.

In Washington D.C., nothing is constant. Every day, new legislation is proposed and amended, businesses emerge and grow, and one event can entirely change an economic or political landscape.

If you want the full experience of living like a Washingtonian, you should check out these popular bookstores around the city.