MJ Kim is a Data Analyst II of Postsecondary Data and Analytics in SREB’s Office of Postsecondary Education. MJ earned her Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies with a concentration in Higher Education from the University of Washington-Seattle. She also holds a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Virginia and a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Ewha Womans University. In her current role, MJ is responsible for managing and collecting large-scale data from SREB stats. She provides policy analysis and insights to state agencies, helping them develop data-driven education policies.

MJ is particularly passionate about ensuring that all stakeholders, including policymakers, educators, and the public, can make data-driven decisions that improve the overall postsecondary education landscape. Prior to joining SREB, MJ worked for national research projects funded by National Science Foundation, the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, the Spencer Foundation, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the U.S. Department of Education.