PUBLIC POLICY / INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
PPIA Future
Leaders Expo
A graduate school and career expo for students exploring their future in public service.
2026 EVENT RECAP
July 10, 2026
George Washington University
Washington, DC
This event has ended.
GRADUATE STUDY
Meet admissions teams
CAREER EXPLORATION
Learn about public service
COMMUNITY
Connect with other students
A LOOK INSIDE THE EXPO
Explore graduate school and public service opportunities.
The 2026 Expo brought students and alumni together with public policy and international affairs graduate programs, fellowships, employers, and organizations.
Conversations with admissions teams and public service professionals gave students a chance to ask questions, compare options, and learn about paths they may not have considered.
FOR STUDENTS
What students explored at the Expo
From graduate admissions to career possibilities, the Expo made room for students to explore their interests through direct conversations.
GRADUATE SCHOOLS
Talk with admissions teams
Ask about program structure, admissions expectations, preparation, and the questions that matter to you.
FELLOWSHIPS AND CAREERS
Learn about public service work
Explore opportunities across fellowships, nonprofits, government, and international affairs, and learn how different roles connect to your interests.
STUDENT COMMUNITY
Meet people exploring similar paths
Connect with students and alumni who are also considering graduate school and careers in public service.
KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING
Questions worth asking as you plan your next step
You can use these questions when researching programs or following up with someone you met at the Expo.
Graduate admissions
What preparation would strengthen my application? Which courses or experiences would help me make the most of this program?
Program fit
How can I explore my policy interests here? What support, funding, and practical learning opportunities are available?
Career pathways
What does this work look like day to day? What experiences would help me learn more about the field?
AFTER THE EXPO
Make use of what you learned.
Review your notes, compare the programs that interested you, and follow up with the people you met. A short message with a specific question can help you continue a useful conversation.
GRADUATE EDUCATION
Research schools and programs
Explore the PPIA Consortium to compare graduate schools and partner programs in public policy, public affairs, and international affairs.
PPIA PROGRAMS
Find opportunities to prepare
Learn about PPIA experiences that can help you build academic skills, explore public policy, and connect with a wider community.
2026 EVENT DETAILS
Hosted at George Washington University
July 10, 2026
University Student Center, Grand Ballroom
800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20052
LOOKING FOR EXHIBITOR INFORMATION?
Universities, employers, and organizations can find participation information on the institutional page.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Keep exploring public service.
You do not need to have your plans settled to start learning about graduate school, fellowships, or a career that interests you.
