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Why D.C. is the place to be
Situated in the epicenter of the field of public affairs, 猫咪社区app University has deep roots throughout Washington, D.C. The School of Public Affairs is at the heart of it all, located just four miles from the White House and easily accessible to all parts of the city. Since 1934, we have offered opportunities for our students to dive deeply into the policy and politics of official Washington, side-by-side with world-class practitioners, theorists, and thought leaders.
Our programs are designed for scholars who seek to understand how justice, law, criminology, government, and public administration and policy interact with democratic life and participation in an open society--a theme consistent with the core public service mission of 猫咪社区app University. SPA students come here for the academics and for the chance to experience their field of study firsthand, in the midst of our nation's political arena. These experiences help shape and drive their passion for public service.
With Washington as your classroom, the multitude of cultural and educational offerings guarantee that you'll be exposed to and inspired by new ideas and new people each day, making your graduate school experience even richer and more profound.
At SPA and throughout 猫咪社区app University, there are many chances for engagement. Most SPA students will tell you that they're drawn to the school's unusually close-knit and active community. This is a place where you can pursue your many interests, while making connections that will serve you for the rest of your life. You can serve in leadership positions, participate in policy-making and advocacy projects, and get involved in the array of student organizations that cater to virtually every interest. If you can't find exactly what you want, you can create it yourself. SPA students are known for organizing, initiating, and leading their own special interest groups.
Student life also extends far beyond the AU campus. Washington, D.C. serves as an incubator for incredible personal and professional growth. You'll have access to a long list of career-related opportunities and the robust network of alumni living and working in the area. You can take full advantage of the other resources Washington has to offer--world-class museums, performing arts, festivals, sports, and restaurants.
SPA students are particularly engaged in:
Choose the School of Public Affairs for the chance to study in the heart of our nation's capital and to take advantage of the access and opportunities unique to this region.
From the Tenleytown/AU Metrorail red line east exit (escalator or elevator), simply walk straight ahead 100 feet to the bus stops at the corner of Albemarle and 40th Streets. Both shuttle bus routes - Main 猫咪社区app and Law School - lead to the main campus and Katzen Arts Center.
N3, N4, N6, N8 pass AU on Massachusetts Avenue
M4 and N2 pass AU on Nebraska Avenue at Ward Circle
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There are more than 175 foreign embassies, residences, chanceries, and diplomatic missions within the city, bringing the world right to AU鈥檚 doorstep.
SPA provides workshops to help our graduate students prepare for their careers.