Admissions Events
If you are interested in applying to a program at the McCourt School of Public Policy, we encourage you to join us at one of our many admissions events.
Prospective Graduate Student Events
Upcoming Events
In addition to the information on our website, prospective students can participate in several different kinds of information sessions to learn more about the admissions process and graduate programs offered at McCourt.
Explore on campus, off campus and virtual events
Discover McCourt: A Webinar for International Applicants
- Join us for a live webinar designed for international students considering McCourt. Learn about our graduate programs, application process, student experience, and the specific resources and support available to international scholars. Current students and admissions staff will answer your questions about studying at McCourt and building your career from Washington, DC.
- Tuesday, September 22, 9:00am -10:00am ET: RSVP here!
The McCourt School hosts information sessions each fall for prospective students to learn more about our programs. Our information sessions are designed to provide a comprehensive overview of our programs and answer questions about program academics, admissions, career options, and the McCourt community. This information session will be held in person at The McCourt School, 125 E Street, NW Washington, D.C.
Thursday, September 17, 6:00pm -7:30pm ET: RSVP here!
We will be visiting a city near you! Join a McCourt Admissions representative for coffee to chat more about our graduate programs and admissions process.
Berkeley, CA
- Date: Thursday, October 8
- Location: Cafe Milano, 2522 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
- Times: 9:00am PT | 10:00am PT | 12:00pm PT | 1:00pm PT | 2:00pm PT
Denver, CO
- Date: Wednesday, October 14
- Location: Capital One Café, 1550 Wewatta St, Denver, CO 80202-6299
- Times: 11:00am MT | 12:00pm MT | 1:00pm MT | 2:00pm MT | 3:00pm MT
Austin, TX
- Date: Wednesday, October 14
- Location: Grá Mór, 200 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
- Times: 10:00am CT | 11:00am CT | 12:00pm CT | 1:00pm CT
San Francisco, CA
- Date: Friday, October 16
- Location: Capital One Cafe, 101 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94108
- Times: 9:00am PT | 10:00am PT | 11:00am PT | 12:00pm PT | 1:00pm PT
University of Southern California
- Date: Monday, October 26
- Location: USC Career Center, 3601 Trousdale Parkway, STU B1 (lower level of Student Union Bldg.)
- Times: 10am-3pm (Pacific)
Boston, MA
- Date: Friday, October 30
- Location: Capital One Cafe, 711 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116-2616
- Times: 10:00am ET | 11:00am ET | 12:00pm ET | 2:30pm ET | 3:00pm ET
Additional dates and locations will be added to this section, so please check back for updates.
The McCourt School of Public Policy’s admissions team attends numerous graduate fairs, information tables and admissions events nationwide.
| Event | Date and Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| University of Richmond Job, Internship & Grad School Fair | 9/11/2026, 11am-3pm (Eastern) | University of Richmond, Queally Center Breed Pavilion, Richmond, VA |
| QS Discover Masters & MBA Fair | 9/15/2026, 5-8:30pm (Eastern) | Watergate Hotel, 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington DC |
| UNC Jobs & Internships Career Fair | 9/16/2026, 10am- 3pm (Eastern) | UNC, The Carolina Club, Alumni Hall, Chapel Hill, NC |
| Rice University Career & Internship Expo | 9/16/2026, 11am-4pm(Central) | Rice University, Tudor Field House, Houston, TX |
| Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Graduate & Professional School Fair | 9/22/2026, 3-6pm (Eastern) | Hotel Madison and Shenandoah Valley Conference Center, Harrisonburg, VA |
| UVA Graduate & Professional School Fair | 9/23/2026, 11am-3pm (Eastern) | UVA, Newcomb Hall, Charlottesville, VA |
| Notre Dame Social Impact, Education & Service Careers Night | 9/23/2026, 5-8pm (Eastern) | Notre Dame, Dahnke Ballroom, Duncan Student Center, South Bend, IN |
| Washington University of St. Louis Information Table | 9/29/2026, 11am-2pm (Central) | WUSTL, Danforth University Center – North Entry, St. Louis, MO |
| Jesuit Graduate Program Fair | 9/29/2026, 3-5pm (Central) | SLU, Richard A. Chafietz School of Business – Cook Hall Atrium, St. Louis, MO |
| NY Idealist Grad School Fair | 9/29/2026, 5-8pm (Eastern) | Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th Street, New York, NY |
| DC Select Grad Fair | 9/30/2026, 5:30-7:30pm (Eastern) | The Washington Center, 1005 3rd Street NE, Washington DC |
| Cornell University Information Table | 10/1/2026 11am-1pm (Eastern) | Willard Straight Hall |
| Colgate University Information Table | 10/1/2026, 4-6pm (Eastern) | Benton Hall |
| Syracuse University Graduate & Law School Information Fair | 10/2/2026, 11am-2pm (Eastern) | JMA Wireless Dome |
| CNCT Fall Congressional Grad Fair | 10/6/2026, 4pm- 6:30pm (Eastern) | Cannon Caucus Room, Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC |
| UC Berkeley Grad & Law School Fair | 10/7/2026, 12pm-4pm (Pacific) | UC Berkeley, MLK Student Union, Pauley Ballroom |
| Colorado College Information Table | 10/13/2026, 11:30am-1pm (Mountain) | Worner Campus Center |
| University of Texas at Austin Graduate School Fair | 10/13/2026, 10am-2pm (Central) | Flawn Academic Center Patio & West Mall |
| University of San Francisco Information Table | 10/13/2026, 11am-2pm (Pacific) | USF, University Center, 2nd Floor |
| San Francisco State University Drop-in Office Hours | 10/14/2026, 10am-2:30pm (Pacific) | SFSU Career & Leadership Development |
| CU Boulder Roam Anywhere Career & Internship Fair | 10/15/2026, 11am-4pm (Mountain) | Glenn Miller Ballroom |
| UC Davis Grad & Law School Fair | 10/21/2026; 11am-2pm (Pacific) | UC Davis Quad |
| University of Santa Clara Meet & Greet Graduate Schools | 10/22/2026; 4pm-6pm (Pacific) | Santa Clara University, Locatelli Student Center |
| Admit UCLA: Graduate & Professional School Fair | 10/28/2026; 4pm-7pm (Pacific) | Ackerman Grand Ballroom |
| Boston University Drop-in Office Hours | 10/29/2026; 5pm- 7pm (Eastern) | Center for Career Development, 100 Bay State Road, 6th floor |
| Public Policy Leadership Conference Opportunities Fair | 10/31/2026; 10:15am- 12:15pm (Eastern) | Harvard Kennedy School |
Events will continue to be added to this section, so please check back for updates.
Each year, the McCourt School of Public Policy hosts a virtual prospective student week inviting students to participate in a series of interactive webinars hosted by McCourt’s dedicated staff, esteemed faculty directors and passionate current students. Whether you’re exploring graduate programs for the first time or narrowing down your choices, this is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights into our academic offerings, student life and the values that shape our community.
The dates for virtual prospective student week will be posted here shortly, so please check back for updates.
The McCourt School hosts a full day of on-campus programming where prospective students can learn more about our academic programs, student life and world-class campus from faculty, staff and current students.
The date for prospective student day will be posted here shortly, so please check back for updates.
Not sure which program is right for you? Determining the right program for you is important from the very beginning of the application process.