Overview

The Master of Science in Public Policy and Management - Washington, D.C., Track at Carnegie Mellon University offers a unique dual-location experience designed for future leaders in the public sector. Students spend their first year building a technical foundation in Pittsburgh before transitioning to the nation’s capital for a year of professional immersion and advanced policy study.

This pathway is specifically engineered to bridge the gap between academic theory and high-level practice. By integrating a year-long fellowship with evening classes, the programme ensures that graduates enter the workforce with significant professional experience and an established network in the policy ecosystem.

Why Master of Science in Public Policy and Management - Washington, D.C., Track at Carnegie Mellon University?

This programme is recognised as a top-ranked policy analysis degree, distinguished by its focus on quantitative methods and real-world application. Students benefit from the Heinz Policy Fellowship, which provides nearly full-time work experience in government agencies, non-profits, or consulting firms while they complete their degree.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 57420 per year
National fee: USD 57420 per year
Local fee: USD 57420 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured across four semesters, moving from foundational analytics to applied policy leadership. Modules may include:

Applied Economic Analysis
Statistical Methods
Organizational Design and Implementation
Optimization and Decision Modeling for Policy
Financial Analysis
Program Evaluation
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Federal Budget Policy
Writing for Public Policy

Careers with Master of Science in Public Policy and Management - Washington, D.C., Track

Graduates are prepared for influential roles in policy analysis, research, and management across various sectors. The programme’s emphasis on data-driven decision-making makes alumni highly sought after by federal agencies, international organisations, and private consulting groups.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Economic Analysis

Statistical Methods

Database Management

Organizational Design and Implementation

Management Science

Financial Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

192 alternative credits

Carnegie Mellon has adopted the method of assigning a number of “units” for each course to represent the quantity of work required of students.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

Management Studies Public Policy View 404 other Masters in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To submit the application, you’ll need to do the following:
answer required questions within the online application form
upload required essay and résumé
register each recommender's name and email address
enter test date and registration number for any required standardized test(s)
Supporting materials (transcripts, test scores, recommendations) can arrive after the deadline without negatively impacting your admission decision or scholarship review. Applications are reviewed after all required materials have been received. Certain scholarship awards may be limited for applications received after the deadline. Please contact the Office of Admissions if you are interested in submitting an application after the published deadline.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

57420 USD / year

≈ 57420 USD / year
Out-of-State

57420 USD / year

≈ 57420 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

57420 USD / year

≈ 57420 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

For funding information, please visit our scholarships and finances website: https://www.heinz.cmu.edu/programs/public-policy-management-master/financial-aid-and-scholarships-msppm

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