Living Here

The nation’s capital is comprised of numerous unique neighborhoods offering an array of cultural diversity. Adams Morgan, one of Washington, D.C.’s most eclectic areas, is home to a seemingly endless number of international restaurants, shops, bilingual bookstores, and nightlife venues. To the east, the U Street Corridor has long been the center of D.C.’s music scene. Capitol Hill, the area surrounding the Capitol Building, is lined with lovely row houses and parks, and a weekly open-air market. Just a few miles away, Prince George’s County, Maryland, where some corps members are placed, offers convenient proximity to the county’s schools as well as easy access to the city.

Washington, D.C. is one of the most walkable cities in the country, however the convenience of the Metrorail and Metro Bus systems make almost any location just a hop, skip, and a jump from wherever you may be. Public transportation in D.C. is clean, well-lit, affordable, and convenient. In addition, the Capitol Bikeshare enables residents and visitors to rent bikes to safely navigate the city.

In D.C., you will find people from every walk of life: college students—over 70,000 between the District's universities combined—Capitol Hill staffers, artists, musicians, families, and young professionals all contribute to the city’s unique atmosphere. In recent years, the District has also become a center of international cultures, with distinct influences from East Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.