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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.

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The Biden School is proud to be in the top 10% of public affairs graduate programs in the United States, ranking #25 overall in the U.S. News and World Report rankings of top graduate schools, our highest placement to date.

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Top marks for UD graduate programs

April 07, 2026 | Written by UDaily Staff

Biden School ranked in the top 10% of public affairs graduate programs by U.S. News and World Report
SNF Ithaca Student Leader Spotlight: James Ziereis

April 07, 2026 | Written by Jackie Diehl

Meet James Ziereis, a 2025-2026 SNF Ithaca Student Leader! James majors in Chemical Engineering with minors in Materials Science & Engineering and History.
IPA Student Presents at UD’s Spark Symposium

April 07, 2026 | Written by Sophonie Milord

Megan Wassil, research assistant with IPA's Water Resources Center and a doctoral candidate in the water science and policy program, presented at UD’s Spark Symposium.

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.

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UD's Summer City Management Fellows Program paves the way for students to carve a path to a career in local government.

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Top marks for UD graduate programs

The 2026 Legislative Fellows cohort comprises 16 students, 10 of whom are currently pursuing coursework in the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration, and two who represent Delaware State University.

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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.

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