Taught by Zachary Oberfield, this political science course is designed to help students gain a deeper understanding of the politics of school choice and the efficacy of recent American education reforms, like charter schools and school vouchers.
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Students in Oberfield's class take field trips to local schools, including Lower Merion High School. See what other courses the Department of Political Science is offering this semester. Photo: Holden Blanco '17.
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Photo: Holden Blanco '17
Our "Beyond Haverford" visualization of paths highlights our graduates’ jobs and post-graduate education at 1, 5, 10, and 25-year milestones. This view of our alumni community illustrates the potential of a Haverford education.
Most Haverford graduates pursue a career in business and finance or education after graduation.
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