University of Delaware Campus on a Fall Day.

The Biden School

 

​Applying research to address social challenges​​

 

Named for the 46th president of the United States, the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration at the University of Delaware prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values necessary to engage in research and public service activities to improve the quality of life in communities around the world.

Upcoming Events

Biden School News
  • Biden School at the 2025 ASPA Annual Conference

    March 23, 2025 | Written by Biden School Staff
    Faculty and students from the Biden School will present their work at the 2025 ASPA Annual Conference scheduled March 28-April 1 in Washington, D.C.
  • Commencement 101: Tickets Required

    March 17, 2025 | Written by th Office of the University Secretary
    All graduates, guests must have tickets to attend Commencement, convocation ceremonies
  • Building a Healthier Senegal

    March 17, 2025 | Written by Biden School Staff
    Talla Cissé and Dr. Saloum Cissé, co-founders of the Foundation for a Healthier Senegal (FOHSEN), speak with Troy Mix, associate director of UD's IPA on the latest episode of First State Insights Podcast.

ALUMNI IN ACTION

Biden School alumni are a community of problem solvers and “fixers” committed to helping communities here in Delaware, the nation, and around the world. Our alumni work in academia, politics, government, law, policy, activism, non-profits and the private sector.  

ALUMNI spotlights

Elected Official. Nonprofit Executive Director. Health Policy Researcher. Community Planner.

These are just a few examples of the positions filled by alumni of the Biden School programs. You bring the issues and causes you care about, we provide tools, support, and opportunities to help you make an impact.