Our Mission
International Student House of Washington, DC (ISH-DC), a non-profit organization in the heart of Washington, DC, provides an exceptional residential experience to a highly diverse international community of graduate students, interns, and visiting scholars. The House promotes inter-cultural dialogue, encourages life-long connections, and fosters global citizenship.
RESIDENTS
96 international scholars at one time; 300 residents from
70 countries each year
Over 15,000 individuals representing more than 140
countries, including the United States, have lived at ISH-DC
since its founding
Residents are graduate students, scholars, researchers,
and interns
Average age of students is 27 years old. Average stays are
six months to one year