Jarvis Chen
Jarvis Chen is an Associate Dean at Tufts University and earned his PhD in Political Science from Northeastern University in 2016. A proud Vermonter, first-generation college graduate, and dedicated photographer, he brings a strong commitment to education, access, and public service.
His research focuses on American government, education policy, and accountability systems, with particular attention to charter school authorizers. Jarvis also teaches at Northeastern, offering courses in Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Information Design, and Data Analytics. He received Northeastern’s Teaching Award in 2016, the same year he completed his PhD.
During his doctoral studies, he served as President of Northeastern’s Graduate Student Government.
Outside of work, he’s behind a camera, out on a run, or spending time with family.
Fields of Study
Public Policy / American Politics
Degrees Earned and Institutions
BA, University of Vermont
MA, Northeastern University
PhD, Northeastern University