Academic Excellence
Delivers quality educational programs through qualified faculty, rigorous curricula, and effective teaching methodologies supporting student learning.
Graduate school of national security, intelligence, and international affairs
About Organization
Based in Washington, DC, The Institute of World Politics provides graduate education in statecraft, national security strategy, and international affairs. Founded in 1990, the school reported $6.8 million in revenue for 2023, preparing students for careers in government, military, intelligence, and private sector with master's and doctoral programs emphasizing ethical leadership and strategic thinking.
Academic Excellence
Delivers quality educational programs through qualified faculty, rigorous curricula, and effective teaching methodologies supporting student learning.
Student Success
Supports student achievement through comprehensive services including advising, tutoring, counseling, and resources facilitating completion.
Community Impact
Engages with community through partnerships, outreach programs, and educational initiatives contributing to regional development.
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$12.8M
-4.1% vs 2021
Expenses (2023)
$12.0M
+28.6% vs 2021
Assets (2023)
$23.6M
+10.6% vs 2021
Employees (2023)
86
+17.8% vs 2021
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,819,922 | $12,041,002 | $23,599,115 | 86 |
| 2021 | $13,368,680 | $9,363,552 | $21,342,059 | 73 |
| 2020 | $9,210,460 | $7,608,703 | $18,856,651 | 74 |
| 2019 | $7,495,434 | $7,836,819 | $17,053,733 | 79 |
| 2018 | $8,347,506 | $7,804,454 | $16,638,539 | 79 |
| 2017 | $6,556,633 | $7,492,285 | $16,922,811 | 67 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Recruit and admit students seeking educational opportunities aligned with institutional academic offerings and mission.
Provide quality teaching through qualified faculty using effective pedagogical approaches and educational resources.
Offer student services, tutoring, advising, and resources facilitating academic success and personal development.
Evaluate student learning, program effectiveness, and institutional performance to ensure educational quality.
Services and programs offered by The Institute Of World Politics
Delivers courses, degree programs, and educational curricula supporting student learning and credential attainment.
Provides support services including advising, tutoring, counseling, and resources facilitating student success.
Supports instructor professional growth through training, resources, and programs enhancing teaching effectiveness.
Connects institution with community through partnerships, outreach programs, and collaborative educational initiatives.
Meet the people behind The Institute Of World Politics.
1990
1990
Established to provide educational opportunities and academic programs serving student learning needs.
2024
2024
Operating with $12.8M in revenue and 86 staff delivering educational programs.
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2023)
$2.6M
Highest Paid
$251K
DR John Lenczowski
Compensated Officers
14
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR John Lenczowski | Chancellor And President Emeritus | $236,250 | $14,594 | $250,844 | 40 |
| James Robbins | Academic Dean | $228,650 | $13,017 | $241,667 | 40 |
| Aldona Wos | President | $225,000 | $14,298 | $239,298 | 40 |
| Marek Chodakiewicz | Professor | $212,098 | $2,784 | $214,882 | 40 |
| Christopher Glass | Executive VP | $195,000 | $11,334 | $206,334 | 40 |
| Christine Balling | Director Of Professional Affiliation | $176,750 | $9,885 | $186,635 | 40 |
| Matthew Daniels | Professor | $175,000 | $10,334 | $185,334 | 40 |
| Ariane Sweeney | Director Of Advancement | $175,000 | $9,782 | $184,782 | 40 |
| S J Tsagronis | Professor | $172,250 | $10,227 | $182,477 | 40 |
| John Bergholz | VP Of Institutional Advancement | $165,000 | $11,298 | $176,298 | 40 |
| Christopher Harmon | Professor | $159,250 | $13,589 | $172,839 | 40 |
| David Thomas | Professor | $165,750 | — | $165,750 | 40 |
| Jason Johnsrud | Dean Of Students | $121,667 | $7,108 | $128,775 | 40 |
| Tim Stebbins | Director Of Recruiting | $102,417 | $7,055 | $109,472 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR John Lenczowski | Chancellor And President Emeritus | $223,714 | $35,764 | $259,478 | 40 |
| Lawrence E Cosgriff | Executive VP (Thru 2/22 | $197,258 | $28,486 | $225,744 | 40 |
| Marek Chodakiewicz | Professor | $204,494 | $19,446 | $223,940 | 40 |
| Francis Marlo | Academic Dean (Thru 2/22) | $179,393 | $29,405 | $208,798 | 40 |
| S J Tsagronis | Professor | $181,262 | $26,945 | $208,207 | 40 |
| Matthew Daniels | Professor | $178,884 | $22,447 | $201,331 | 40 |
| John Bergholz | VP Of Institutional Advancement | $164,546 | $32,366 | $196,912 | 40 |
| Chris Glass | Executive VP | $179,501 | $10,370 | $189,871 | 40 |
| David Thomas | Professor | $182,250 | — | $182,250 | 40 |
| Joseph R Wood | Professor | $168,224 | $8,397 | $176,621 | 40 |
| Tim Stebbins | VP Of Graduate Recruitment | $128,875 | $14,496 | $143,371 | 40 |
| Jason Johnsrud | VP Of Student Affairs | $119,281 | $21,161 | $140,442 | 40 |
| Dean Lane | Chief Information Officer | $12,719 | $723 | $13,442 | 40 |
| Jim Robbins | Academic Dean | $7,500 | — | $7,500 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR John Lenczowski | President | $222,888 | $37,113 | $260,001 | 40 |
| John Bergholz | VP Of Institutional Advancement | $173,671 | $49,053 | $222,724 | 40 |
| Marek Chodakiewicz | Professor | $179,946 | $31,795 | $211,741 | 40 |
| Lawrence E Cosgriff | Executive Vice President | $167,950 | $38,508 | $206,458 | 40 |
| Francis Marlo | Academic Dean | $162,408 | $39,580 | $201,988 | 40 |
| Matthew Daniels | Professor | $173,711 | $21,544 | $195,255 | 40 |
| S J Tsagronis | Professor | $161,728 | $28,245 | $189,973 | 40 |
| Chris Glass | SVP Prof Affiliations | $163,180 | $25,965 | $189,145 | 40 |
| David Thomas | Professor | $165,750 | — | $165,750 | 40 |
| Dean Lane | SVP Cyber Intelligence | $152,623 | $8,531 | $161,154 | 40 |
| Joseph R Wood | Professor | $158,673 | $1,795 | $160,468 | 40 |
| Jason Johnsrud | VP Of Student Affairs | $111,821 | $20,375 | $132,196 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Lencowski | President | $222,561 | $31,439 | $254,000 | 40 |
| S J Tsagronis | Professor | $174,841 | $28,413 | $203,254 | 40 |
| Lawrence E Cosgriff | Executive Vice President | $171,503 | $27,996 | $199,499 | 40 |
| Marek Chodakiewicz | Professor | $169,464 | $28,845 | $198,309 | 40 |
| Francis Marlo | Academic Dean | $158,632 | $35,645 | $194,277 | 40 |
| Chris Glass | SVP Prof Affiliations | $161,556 | $32,508 | $194,064 | 40 |
| John Bergholz | VP, Development | $150,166 | $43,807 | $193,973 | 40 |
| Matthew Daniels | Professor | $174,347 | $16,917 | $191,264 | 40 |
| Dean Lane | SVP Cyber Intelligence | $146,738 | $37,614 | $184,352 | 40 |
| David Thomas | Professor | $159,244 | — | $159,244 | 40 |
| Joseph R Wood | Professor | $156,278 | $256 | $156,534 | 40 |
| Jason Johnsrud | VP Of Student Affairs | $111,958 | $10,097 | $122,055 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Lencowski | President | $223,060 | $33,820 | $256,880 | 40 |
| Marek Chodakiewicz | Professor | $190,357 | $22,734 | $213,091 | 40 |
| John Bergholz | VP, Development | $150,788 | $50,358 | $201,146 | 40 |
| Chris Glass | SVP Prof Affiliations | $168,629 | $30,285 | $198,914 | 40 |
| S J Tsagronis | Professor | $170,426 | $20,878 | $191,304 | 40 |
| Matthew Daniels | Professor | $174,562 | $15,978 | $190,540 | 40 |
| Lawrence E Cosgriff | Executive Vice President | $172,467 | $17,991 | $190,458 | 40 |
| Dean Lane | SVP Cyber Intelligence | $152,536 | $8,916 | $161,452 | 40 |
| David Thomas | Professor | $144,211 | — | $144,211 | 40 |
| Joseph R Wood | Professor | $140,536 | $253 | $140,789 | 40 |
| Matt Ryan | CFO Thru 10/2018 | $125,180 | $6,661 | $131,841 | 40 |
| Francis Marlo | Academic Dean | $80,651 | $10,958 | $91,609 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov
| Agency | Award ID | Type | Period | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | P268K266920 | DIRECT LOAN (E) | 2025-2047 | $0 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.