Admissions

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.

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Mindy Galvan

Mindy Galvan

Associate Director, Admissions and Recruitment

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

Visit Campus

The Trachtenberg School is located in the Foggy Bottom area of downtown Washington, within easy reach of the White House, the Capitol, most federal departments and agencies, the World Bank and many more institutions, research organizations and professional associations.