Rooney Mara – Psychology, International Social Policy, and Nonprofits – New York University

Rooney Mara’s career took a significant turn in 2011 when she stunned audiences with her powerful performance as Lisbeth Salander in the thrilling movie “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.” Since then, her career has skyrocketed, and she has used her platform to make a positive impact on the world through her charity work.

Before pursuing acting, Mara attended George Washington University for a year before transferring to New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where she studied psychology, international social policy, and nonprofits. Her education explains why she’s so passionate about helping people from all walks of life achieve their dreams.