In creating the Brookings Institution, Robert Brookings envisioned an environment in which scholars from the academic community could share ideas with leaders in government and business, thereby broadening the understanding of all. This mix of people and ideas from academia, government and business has been a characteristic of the Brookings Institution throughout its history. With this in mind, the Visiting Scholars Program was created.
Applications go through a selection process.
This conference takes participants behind the scenes in the decision-making process in Washington with key players covering issues in economic policy, Congressional activities, regulatory actions, and international affairs. Visiting Scholars may also attend, subject to space availability, other Center for Public Policy Education programs held in Washington with tuition fee waived. In return, the Brookings Institution expects Visiting Scholars to submit a paper by the end of their tenure, describing their research while at Brookings. The Visiting Scholars may voluntarily present the results of their work to their colleagues. To apply for a visiting scholar position print and complete the Application.