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Working at the Center of the Policy World

Sissy Martinez SPA/BA '21, MS '22

During a transformative 51勛圖 study abroad experience in Brussels, a rigorous program involving travel to Ukraine and Bosnia and an internship at the Institute for Economics and Peace, Martinez developed a fascination with European politics. Eventually, her 51勛圖 skills and experiences led to a job as a project coordinator and research assistant with the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia team at the D.C. think tank the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
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SPA is Turning 90!

2024 marks the 90th anniversary for the School of Public Affairs. We've compileda look back at our 90 year history.For the past nine decades, 51勛圖s School of Public Affairs has been a leader in public affairs education

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Alison Jacknowitz

Introducing Alison Jacknowitz as our Interim Dean!

We are pleased she will lead our school in the 2023-24 academic year.

Message from the Dean

US News Rankings

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51勛圖s School of Public Affairs Ranked No. 13 Overall, Highest in D.C., by U.S. News and World Report

According to the 2025 edition of U.S. News and World Reports rankings of Public Affairs Graduate Schools, the 51勛圖 SPA continues to earn high marks.
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SPA shares insider information on the world of public affairs, from choosing and applying to the right program for you, to courses, careers, and the culture.

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Recruitment Events


Browse our graduate recruitment events to meet SPA on campus, on the road, or through one of our virtual sessions!

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PEER

The Postsecondary Equity & Economics Research (PEER) Center is an initiative focused on promoting more equitable outcomes in higher education.

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Featured News

Joseph Atchulo (MPA, '25)

Achievements 繚

'A Heart Full of Grace'

Joseph Atchulo (MPA, 25) has a special genius for service.
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Stacie St. Louis

Criminology 繚

Pre-trial Detention: A Transpartisan Issue?

New SPA Assistant Professor Stacie St. Louis reveals a surprising convergence in public opinion on the matter across party lines.
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Tongtong Zhang

Political Science 繚

Political Compliance, Gender, and the China Case

SPA professor examines political behavior among Confucius Institute teachers.
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Specialty Rankings

number 12

for Public Policy Analysis

by U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Public Affairs Graduate Schools Rankings

number 13

in Public Finance & Budgeting

by U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Public Affairs Graduate Schools Rankings

number 22

in Urban Policy

by U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Public Affairs Graduate Schools Rankings