Camp · Academic · Ages 16–18 · $2,650/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 16–18

The Washington Journalism and Media Conference

George Mason University · $2,650/week

A leadership conference for high school students interested in journalism and media.

▌ Editor's read The Washington Journalism and Media Conference (WJMC) is an overnight academic program for high school students, hosted by George Mason University. The website indicates that students stay in university dorms and are supervised by trained staff, with a focus on safety and security, including mention of background checks for staff. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering various aspects of journalism and media, featuring keynote speakers and interactive sessions. While not ACA accredited, the program leverages the resources of a major university. Google reviews for 'Washington Journalism and Media Conference' show a strong average rating of 4.9 stars from over 200 reviews, with many participants praising the educational value and networking opportunities. The conference's social media presence on Instagram (@wjmc_gmu) and Facebook (WJMC.GMU) is active, showcasing past events and student experiences.
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Who thrives here Ages 16–18

The Washington Journalism and Media Conference serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 16–18
  • Address: George Mason University, 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
  • Phone: (866) 963-7360
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD $2650 per week

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about The Washington Journalism and Media Conference

What ages does The Washington Journalism and Media Conference accept?
The Washington Journalism and Media Conference is open to children ages 16–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does The Washington Journalism and Media Conference cost?
The Washington Journalism and Media Conference publishes $2,650/week for the standard session. USD $2650 per week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs The Washington Journalism and Media Conference?
The Washington Journalism and Media Conference is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does The Washington Journalism and Media Conference provide lunch?
Yes — The Washington Journalism and Media Conference includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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