Bridget Terry Long

Bridget Terry Long
Nationality	American
Known for	Research on higher education, college access, and financial aid
Academic background
Alma mater	Harvard University (Ph.D.)
Academic work
Institutions	Harvard Graduate School of Education

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.

Early Life and Education

Long received her B.A. from Princeton University and her Ph.D. from Harvard University. Her doctoral research focused on the economics of education, particularly the factors influencing college enrollment and completion.

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.

Research

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.

Contributions

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.

Awards and Honors

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.

Personal Life

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
• College Access
• Financial Aid