Student Voice Activated
About the TSC DC Student Summit
The 2026 DC Student Summit will be held on March 23-25. The first two days of the annual DC Student Summit are held at One Dupont Circle. On the third day, students meet with congressional offices on Capitol Hill to share their experiences in higher education. We cap off the summit with a congressional reception, where students can network with staff and other higher education professionals.
Hosted by Today’s Students Coalition and LeadMN, 2026 summit attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Learn how to effectively share their stories with policymakers
- Hear about the most pressing issues in D.C. related to higher education
- Engage in conversations with dozens of congressional offices and representatives from both the legislative and executive branches of government during Hill day
- Attend the summit reception where students have the opportunity to network with professionals and learn more about our work in higher education policy
Attending the Summit
Registration
Registration costs $125 and is open through March 15, 2026. Click here to register.
Special Note
Booking of flights, hotels, travel, and accommodations costs are the sole responsibility of the student; TSC does NOT book flights for any summit attendee.
Hotel
The Beacon Hotel and Corporate Quarters, Washington, D.C. Book by Friday, February 20, 2026, for group rate ($249 per night plus taxes).
Questions
If you have any concerns or questions, please reach out to us at info@todaysstudents.org.
Local Airports
Reagan National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
COVID-19 Vaccine
Students are encouraged to get the primary COVID-19 vaccination series and the current booster.
Important Hotel Details
Rooms sell out quickly, so we highly recommend booking early. The last day to book using the group rate ($249 per night plus taxes) is Friday, February 20, 2026. Book your group rate for the DC Student Summit.
Getting Around DC
Cabs are easiest to access at all three airports and often the most affordable car option. The Yellow Metro Line is connected to DCA and can be taken to the Red Line to Dupont Circle. The Beacon Hotel and Corporate Quarters is within walking distance of the Metro station.
Car share options are also available through Whova, the official event app for summit attendees.
Summit Itinerary
From policy briefings to learning how to tell your story to meeting with congressional offices, this annual three-day event brings together higher education students to explore effective forms of civic engagement.
Here’s what to expect when you attend the summit.
Summit Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors of the DC Student Summit
Sponsorship Opportunities
