"The loss of trust in public institutions calls for a new generation of leaders who can restore Americans’ confidence in democratic norms and in one another. Schar School students are uniquely qualified for this mission: in my experience, they are humble, compassionate, hard-working, and ready to take advantage of opportunities that come their way. A Schar School education prepares these students to effectively manage resources, devise and evaluate complex policies, and recognize emerging threats."
Mark J. Rozell, Dean, Schar School of Policy and Government
“It's not an adventure; it's a very difficult journey.”—Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera
Pearlstein blames Congressional gridlock on “political fantasies.”
Goldstone’s research has recently been honored with the Distinguished Career in Political Sociology Award, the Ibn Khaldun Distinguished Career Award, and the Myron Weiner Award for his contributions to the field of political demography from the International Studies Association.
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Located where policy happens—just six miles from the U.S. Capitol Building—the Schar School’s campuses are located in Arlington and Fairfax, Virginia. Students are connected to jobs, internships, networking, and experiences that can only be found in the Washington, D.C., area.
Schar School of Policy & Government Campus Locations
Mason Square
Van Metre Hall, Fifth Floor
3351 Fairfax Drive, MS 3B1
Arlington, VA 22201
Fairfax Campus
Aquia, Room 336, MS 3F4
4400 University Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030