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Student Stories

Creating a Custom Education Through the Four-Course Certificate

"Due to the Four-Course Certificate's flexible design, I was able to create my own academic program that was fully in line with my interests but also provided me with the opportunity to pick a few courses outside of my comfort zone."

Gaining a Career-Building Edge

"I feel that SAIS truly has a great educational environment for students to enrich themselves."

Developing the Skillset to Improve Policy and Infrastructure in Nigeria

"I was encouraged to apply to SAIS because I felt that the school’s international development curriculum would provide me with the relevant knowledge and best practices to work in the development field."

Reflections from the 2021 Student Commencement Speaker

"To the Class of 2021, I wish everyone the best of luck on all their future endeavors and to remember to help each other out as much as possible!"

An Enriching Practicum Experience

"I was drawn to SAIS for its unparalleled reach in Washington DC’s policy-making circles and its rigorous focus on economics and finance."

An Accelerated BA/MA Program

"I was very excited that SAIS offered an opportunity to take more global courses and expand on my studies in a more international context."

Building My Network

"Each of the school's career treks has enabled me to build my network with the school’s alumni from Washington DC to Hong Kong."

An Interdisciplinary and Comparative Approach to China Across Three Campuses

"I liked the idea of being able to access difficult-to-reach perspectives through courses on China with Chinese academics at the Hopkins-Nanjing Center."

Gaining a Career-Building Edge in Clean Energy and National Security

"Through engagement with the school's faculty, students, and alumni, I have been exposed to various perspectives that challenged how I evaluate tough, international problems, while simultaneously broadening my worldview."

SAIS Runs in the Family

"All voices can be heard at the school, even though we are from so many different backgrounds."