Commitment to Inclusion
The McCourt School of Public Policy aspires to become the most inclusive public policy school in the nation.
Learn more about our strategies to achieve this aspiration
About Us
The McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University is a diverse community of problem-solvers, committed to moving bold ideas to action. We are global citizens, conducting policy-relevant research, and building bridges between our work and the communities we serve.
Our Mission
The McCourt School’s mission is to tackle the complex issues of today, and inspire and empower the policy leaders of tomorrow.
Our Mission
Getting to Know Dean Maria Cancian
Dean Maria Cancian shares her views on public policy education, the vision for the McCourt School, and a little bit about herself.
Get to Know Dean Cancian
Our History
The McCourt School is the ninth school at Georgetown University and the first new school at the university since 1957.
Our History
Our Founding Donor
In September 2013, the University announced a $100 million gift from alumnus Frank McCourt (C’75) for the establishment of the McCourt School of Public Policy, the ninth and newest school at Georgetown University.
Our Founding Donor