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American economist and academic administrator

Bridget Terry Long is an American economist and academic administrator, known for her work in the field of education economics. She is currently the Dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Early life and education[edit]

Bridget Terry Long was born and raised in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies at Princeton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. She later attended Harvard University, obtaining a Ph.D. in Economics.

Career[edit]

Long began her academic career as a faculty member at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she focused on the economics of education. Her research interests include college access and success, financial aid, and the impact of educational interventions on student outcomes.

Research and contributions[edit]

Long's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of how financial aid policies affect college enrollment and completion. She has examined the role of information and assistance in helping students navigate the college application process. Her work often employs rigorous quantitative methods to evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and policies.

Leadership at Harvard[edit]

In 2018, Long was appointed as the Dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In this role, she has focused on expanding the school's impact on educational practice and policy, fostering innovation in teaching and learning, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the academic community.

Awards and recognition[edit]

Throughout her career, Long has received numerous awards for her contributions to the field of education economics. She is a member of several professional organizations and has served on various advisory boards and committees related to education policy.

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-'''Bridget Terry Long''' is an American [[economist]] and academic administrator. She is the Dean of the [[Harvard Graduate School of Education]] and a leading researcher in the fields of [[higher education]], [[college access]], and [[financial aid]].
+'''Bridget Terry Long''' is an American economist and academic administrator, known for her work in the field of education economics. She is currently the Dean of the [[Harvard Graduate School of Education]].
-== Early Life and Education ==
+==Early life and education==
-Long received her [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]] from [[Princeton University]] and her [[Doctor of Philosophy|Ph.D.]] from [[Harvard University]]. Her doctoral research focused on the economics of education, particularly the factors influencing college enrollment and completion.
+[[File:Bridget_Terry_Long_2023.png|thumb|right|Bridget Terry Long in 2023]]
+Bridget Terry Long was born and raised in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies at [[Princeton University]], where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. She later attended [[Harvard University]], obtaining a Ph.D. in Economics.
-== Career ==
+==Career==
-Long began her academic career as a faculty member at the [[Harvard Graduate School of Education]], where she has held various positions, including Academic Dean and Professor of Education and Economics. In 2018, she was appointed Dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
+Long began her academic career as a faculty member at the [[Harvard Graduate School of Education]], where she focused on the economics of education. Her research interests include college access and success, financial aid, and the impact of educational interventions on student outcomes.
-== Research ==
+===Research and contributions===
-Long's research primarily focuses on the economics of higher education. She has conducted extensive studies on [[college access]], the impact of [[financial aid]] policies, and the effectiveness of various educational interventions. Her work has been influential in shaping policies aimed at increasing college enrollment and completion rates, particularly among low-income and minority students.
+Long's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of how financial aid policies affect college enrollment and completion. She has examined the role of information and assistance in helping students navigate the college application process. Her work often employs rigorous quantitative methods to evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and policies.
-== Contributions ==
+==Leadership at Harvard==
-Long has published numerous articles in leading academic journals and has been a frequent speaker at national and international conferences. She has also served on various advisory boards and committees, including the [[National Bureau of Economic Research]] and the [[American Economic Association]].
+In 2018, Long was appointed as the Dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In this role, she has focused on expanding the school's impact on educational practice and policy, fostering innovation in teaching and learning, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the academic community.
-== Awards and Honors ==
+==Awards and recognition==
-Throughout her career, Long has received several awards and honors for her contributions to the field of education. These include fellowships and grants from prestigious organizations and recognition from her peers for her impactful research.
+Throughout her career, Long has received numerous awards for her contributions to the field of education economics. She is a member of several professional organizations and has served on various advisory boards and committees related to education policy.
-== Personal Life ==
+==Related pages==
-Long resides in [[Cambridge, Massachusetts]], where she continues to lead the Harvard Graduate School of Education and contribute to the field of higher education research.
-== See Also ==
 * [[Harvard Graduate School of Education]]
-* [[Economics of Education]]
+* [[Economics of education]]
-* [[College Access]]
+* [[Financial aid (United States)]]
-* [[Financial Aid]]
-== References ==
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-== External Links ==
-{{Harvard Graduate School of Education}}
 [[Category:American economists]]
-[[Category:American women economists]]
 [[Category:Harvard University faculty]]
 [[Category:Princeton University alumni]]
 [[Category:Harvard University alumni]]
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