Global Ford School

Top-ranked policy school. World-class university.

Why choose the Ford School?

The Ford School is a nationally-recognized hub for international policy and diplomacy studies.

We are a top-ranked policy school located within one of the world’s premier research universities—in one of America’s best college towns. Our rigorous curriculum and opportunities through the school's International Policy Center and Weiser Diplomacy Center prepare graduates to shape policies that affect their communities, their countries, and people around the globe.

Our prominent and accessible faculty are world-class scholars—and also enthusiastic teachers and mentors. And we believe in a hands-on approach that provides practical policy experiences that help our students become better leaders. 

We look forward to welcoming the next cohort of smart, engaged leaders to our community!

 

Our mission: The Ford School at the University of Michigan is a community dedicated to the public good. We inspire and prepare diverse leaders grounded in service, conduct transformational research, and collaborate on evidence-based policymaking to take on our communities' and our world's most pressing challenges.