Sciences Po

Sciences Po, or Institut d'études politiques, is a renowned French university focused on political science, international relations, economics, and other social sciences. The institution is newsworthy due to its high ranking among political science institutions, as highlighted by a recent ranking of French Instituts d’études politiques. Several professors affiliated with Sciences Po are also in the news, including Lucas Chancel and Maxime Menuet, who are nominated for the Prix du meilleur jeune économiste 2026. Dominique Reynié is providing political analysis after recent municipal elections. Bertrand Badie is offering expertise on the ongoing Middle East conflict. Furthermore, there is discussion regarding Sciences Po's policies related to facilitating access for disadvantaged students, with concerns raised about potentially diluting the original intent of these programs. These events underscore Sciences Po's continued relevance as a center for academic research, political analysis, and debate on social and economic issues.