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Shape a better tomorrow. Campuses in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. The only graduate school powered by an independent public policy think tank.

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08/12/2026

Why do students choose the RAND School?

Whatever policy challenge draws you in, chances are there’s a faculty member who’s working on it.

Our professors are RAND experts in health care, national security, technology, and much more.

Learn more at the 🔗 in bio.

08/03/2026

Explore how you can turn analysis into action at the RAND School—attend a virtual admissions event this August.

Register to attend: https://bit.ly/4x9KDbk

07/24/2026

Not every classroom is led by a former combat pilot with a 35-year Air Force career.

But at the RAND School, students learn from experts like Lt. Gen. (Ret) Clint Hinote, whose teaching is grounded in real-world experience.

Our faculty are active leaders and policy experts who mentor students inside and outside the classroom. Learn more at the 🔗 in bio.

07/14/2026

The world of public policy is changing fast. Complex global challenges are reshaping what it takes to make a difference—and creating exciting new opportunities for policy professionals.

Join us tomorrow for a conversation about the future of work and what it means for the next generation of policy leaders.

Hear from Paul Rainey, associate dean of career services, and Jeffrey Wenger, labor economist at RAND Corporation and director of the Master of Policy Analysis program.

💭 Bring your questions about careers, graduate school, and preparing for the future.

📆 July 15
⏰ 1:30 p.m. PT/ 4:30 p.m. ET

🔗 Register to attend: https://bit.ly/45866VT

07/10/2026

Student POV: What makes the RAND School unique?

Faculty at the RAND School are all RAND Corporation researchers—experts in fields like health care, national security, and technology policy—working on real-world policy challenges.

Join a supportive environment where your passion for policy can thrive. Learn more about RAND School: https://bit.ly/4pdNP2E

👩‍🎓 Rossana Piñeyro
📚 Master of National Security Policy, class of 2025

07/02/2026

Find out how the RAND School can help you turn analysis into action—attend an admissions event this July.

💼 Admissions Office Hours: Informal Q&A sessions with our admissions team.

🧑🏼‍💻 Info Sessions: Learn about individual programs and courses. Meet program directors. Ask questions.

📉 The Future of Work and Policy Careers: How are policy careers evolving? What skills will matter most in the future workforce? How can graduate education help professionals prepare for what's next?

Learn more and register to attend: https://bit.ly/4f33m0W

06/29/2026

Celebrating the RAND School Class of 2026 in Los Angeles 🎓

We're proud to recognize this esteemed group of students and wish our graduates every success in the chapters ahead.

06/26/2026

Congratulations to the RAND School Class of 2026 in Washington, D.C. 🎓

We were proud to celebrate this milestone with our graduates and their loved ones, faculty, and staff—and honored to welcome Pamela Melroy as our commencement speaker.

The future is bright for this exceptional class!

06/12/2026

What kinds of jobs do RAND School graduates *actually* get?

Join us next for a virtual conversation with our associate dean of enrollment and our associate dean of career services to find out, and to hear answers to other frequently asked questions.

📆 Wednesday, June 17
⏰ 1:30 p.m. PT
🔗 Register to attend: https://bit.ly/3S2t8KO

05/29/2026

We're excited to announce Pamela Melroy as the keynote speaker for our 2026 Commencement ceremonies.

A retired U.S. Air Force officer, NASA astronaut, and former NASA Deputy Administrator, Melroy has led an extraordinary career defined by service, courage, and exploration at the highest levels.

Her journey—from piloting space shuttle missions to shaping the future of space policy—embodies the very spirit of leadership and purpose we strive to cultivate in our students.

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