Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies

The Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies connects research with policymakers around the globe. Our faculty focus on six areas of expertise:
• Governance
• Security
• Global Health
• Energy and Environment
• International Development
• Regional Expertise
Our work informs decision-makers in Washington, Geneva, Beijing and beyond, and our Policy Implementation Lab helps ensure that our research has real-world impact.

To guide the next generation of leaders, our faculty teach more than 65 classes a year and mentor students through guided research, honors programs, student-led initiatives and internships. Our master’s degree in International Policy Studies enables students to learn from internationally-renown faculty across disciplines. They study complex, real-world policy problems and propose solutions.

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To learn about our Master of Arts in International Policy Studies, visit https://ips.stanford.edu.

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