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Ready to advance your career?

Whether you are a recent college graduate or have years of experience, the Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration will prepare you to solve problems and make changes in government, nonprofits and the private sector.

When you join the Trachtenberg community, you will learn from world-class scholars, lay the foundation for a fulfilling and successful career, and gain access to an extensive alumni network.


Join the Graduate Programs Open House: October 21–November 1


Registration is now open for GW's Columbian College of Arts and Sciences (CCAS) Graduate Programs Open House! The event features program-specific information sessions and opportunities to interact with current graduate students, faculty and our admissions team.

TSPPPA will host a virtual information session for prospective graduate students on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 12 p.m. EDT. Attendees will receive an application fee waiver.

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Highlights

94%

of graduates employed or settled within six months of graduation

65+

career programs hosted
each year

18

graduate degree and certificate options

Top 9%

ranking for public affairs programs by U.S. News & World Report


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Statue of George Washington in the middle of University Yard, with autumn leaves
 

Spotlight on TSPPPA Alumni

 

George Sullivan

"The TSPPPA MPA enabled me to successfully transition to the private sector from federal government while remaining grounded in the principles necessary to lead teams that deliver high impact to stakeholders."

 

George Sullivan
MPA '19