Overview

Policy. Technology. Management. Heinz College is the only place to get all three.

Heinz skills you in these areas by expanding your education outside the confines of the classroom. Many of our classes feature an experiential component. Team-based Capstone projects challenge you to solve a problem for a real-world client. And only at Heinz can you find opportunities like the Policy Innovation Lab and Hacking for Homeland Security.

The Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM) program at Carnegie Mellon University is available in four distinct pathways—our flagship two-year and three-semester programs in Pittsburgh, our award-winning Data Analytics program, and our Washington D.C. option for those seeking an immersion in policy analysis in our nation’s capital. Regardless of the path you choose, our MSPPM program builds well-rounded thinkers prepared to change the world at the nexus of people, policy, and technology. You will emerge a leader with the ability to convert data into evidence-based action for a better world.

Career

MSPPM graduates work for large, established organizations and for emerging companies. They're often employed in positions such as policy analysts, budget analysts, managers, and consultants. Their work covers every functional area found in non-profit organizations, federal, state, and local governments, and private firms.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Economic Analysis

Statistical Methods

Database Management

Organizational Design and Implementation

Management Science

Policy and Politics

Professional Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00

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More details

The final admission application deadline for all of our scholarship and fellowship support is January 10, but applications are accepted further.

Language

English

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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

Disciplines

Management Studies Public Policy View 1258 other Masters in Management Studies in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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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.

Tuition Fee

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International

54110 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54110 USD per year during 24 months.
National

54110 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54110 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

54110 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54110 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Pittsburgh

1148 - 1944 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Public Policy and Management.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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