The Trachtenberg School School of Public Policy and Public Administration- B
PUBLIC POLICY & PUBLIC AFFAIRS
When you enroll at the George Washington University's Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Affairs, you’ll soon realize that you’ve joined one of the top schools in the country in the fields of public policy and public administration. It’s not only about our top-tier ranking; more importantly, it’s about the abundant resources you can take advantage of by learning from the field’s brightest minds. Plus you have access to unparalleled hands-on learning, internship and career opportunities in the heart of Washington, D.C.
With tailored professional advancement programs, flexible degree options that fit your lifestyle and public service aspirations, and an active alumni network that provides connections to all fields of public service across the globe, there is simply no better place in the world to pursue a career in public policy and public affairs than Trachtenberg.
Earn your graduate degree or certificate and
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER AS A LEADER IN POLICYMAKING
across a variety of sectors.
THE GW ADVANTAGE
Access Washington, D.C.
The heart of our nation's capital is the quintessential location to gain expertise in public policy and public administration. The epicenter of policy-making provides a wealth of experiential learning, from abundant course choices and independent research to internship and employment opportunities in federal, state or professional organizations.
Top-Ranked Excellence
Trachtenberg ranks in the Top 5% of public policy schools according to U.S. News & World Report. Moreover, our internationally recognized faculty not only share their knowledge but often open new doors with their connections to many of the world’s most prestigious policymaking institutions and government agencies.
Career Advancement and a Global Network
Tap into a supremely connected professional network of more than 320,000 GW alumni in 150 countries worldwide. Here, you will benefit from networking, sharing knowledge and further refining your expertise as an experienced professional. At Trachtenberg, you will also have access to career services for life.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Here are just some of the field’s top organizations where our graduates are advancing their exciting careers: