Maya Escueta

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Maya is a Researcher at the American Institutes for Research. Dr. Escueta uses experimental methods and economic evaluation to study the impact and cost of policies aimed at improving outcomes for children and families experiencing poverty.

about maya

Maya Escueta is a Researcher at American Institutes for Research. Her research focuses on using experimental and quasi-experimental methods and economic evaluations to evaluate the impact and costs of policies and programs aimed at improving the well-being of families and children living in poverty.

Maya holds a PhD in Economics and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, a Master's in Public Policy from Duke University, and a B.A. in English and Philosophy from Columbia University. She is a John Jay Scholar (Columbia University) and University Scholar (Duke University), both awarded for interdisciplinary achievement.